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HS51 XXL

2002 Volvo C70

Grey Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

38,916 mi
Last recorded38,916 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 Volvo C7077,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS51 XXL
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2017 38,916 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 38,306 miles

Handbrake long travel

Pass 6 Oct 2015 37,248 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

oil leak from engine

Pass 6 Sep 2014 36,317 miles

Oil leak

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 35,960 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

fuel cap seal perishing

Pass 24 Aug 2012 35,278 miles

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 22 Aug 2012 35,273 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 32,196 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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HS51 XXL is a 2002 Volvo C70 in Grey with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2002 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 77,814 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 HS51 XXL, 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 24 years old, this Volvo C70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HS51 XXL registered?

HS51 XXL is a 2002 Volvo C70, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is HS51 XXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS51 XXL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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