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GY09 VFP

2009 Volvo C70

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

84,191 mi
Last recorded84,191 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2020
Typical for 2009 Volvo C7067,241 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY09 VFP
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2020 84,191 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play marginal (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front side marker lamp not working

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside headlamp aim dim

Pass 5 Jun 2019 65,763 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 38,054 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 28,170 miles

Nearside Rear tyre is low on tread

Pass 1 Jun 2016 25,843 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 25,778 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 235 40 18 (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 May 2015 22,708 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2014 19,032 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 May 2013 15,719 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 May 2013 15,719 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 May 2012 12,900 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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GY09 VFP is a 2009 Volvo C70 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2009 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 67,241 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 GY09 VFP, 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 17 years old, this Volvo C70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GY09 VFP registered?

GY09 VFP is a 2009 Volvo C70, first registered on 30 May 2009.

Is GY09 VFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY09 VFP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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