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GV54 VBX

2004 Volvo C70

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

113,660 mi
Last recorded113,660 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2018
Typical for 2004 Volvo C7066,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV54 VBX
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2018 113,660 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2018 113,659 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 108,596 miles

Nail in N/S/R tyre

Fail 14 Nov 2017 108,594 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) N/S inner rack (2.2.A.1b)

Nail in N/S/R tyre

Pass 1 Nov 2016 96,641 miles

Both Rear Tyres Perished on sidewalls but cords not visible

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 90,500 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 84,353 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 76,964 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 5 Nov 2013 76,962 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 71,019 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 65,039 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 59,992 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 48,793 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 38,628 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Small cut in sidewall on NSR tyre

Pass 7 Nov 2007 33,374 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo C70?

Based on 351,562 MOT tests across 21,746 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
4,929
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
21,746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,186
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,456
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,364
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5,005
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,837
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GV54 VBX is a 2004 Volvo C70 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 66,484 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo C70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,186 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GV54 VBX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo C70 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 22 years old, this Volvo C70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GV54 VBX registered?

GV54 VBX is a 2004 Volvo C70, first registered on 30 November 2004.

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