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KU56 BYJ

2006 Volvo C70

Blue Petrol 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

128,631 mi
Last recorded128,631 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2018
Typical for 2006 Volvo C7069,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU56 BYJ
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2018 128,631 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both (2.7.4)

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both inner (2.2.B.1f)

Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Feb 2018 128,631 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both (2.7.4)

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both inner (2.2.B.1f)

Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 123,102 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 141,898 miles

Front wipers slightly smearing

Offside rear tyre wearing inner edge

Oil leak

Fail 30 Jul 2015 141,890 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front wipers slightly smearing

Offside rear tyre wearing inner edge

Oil leak

Pass 2 May 2014 131,592 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 122,867 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 5 Apr 2013 122,867 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 117,705 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 113,599 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2011 113,599 miles

Front registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

slight corrsion to rear discs

Pass 9 Apr 2010 93,954 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 86,358 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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KU56 BYJ is a 2006 Volvo C70 in Blue with a 2,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2006 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 69,578 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KU56 BYJ, 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 20 years old, this Volvo C70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KU56 BYJ registered?

KU56 BYJ is a 2006 Volvo C70, first registered on 29 September 2006.

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