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KU56 BYY

2006 Volvo C70

Purple Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

107,259 mi
Last recorded107,259 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Volvo C7069,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU56 BYY
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2006
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 107,259 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2024 101,582 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2023 96,684 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 90,666 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 83,313 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 77,327 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 29 Aug 2019 72,645 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 66,934 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 62,199 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2017 62,199 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 58,269 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 54,660 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 51,130 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 46,531 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 40,794 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 36,233 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 36,233 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 28,645 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 21,673 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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KU56 BYY is a 2006 Volvo C70 in Purple with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 KU56 BYY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KU56 BYY?

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What year was KU56 BYY registered?

KU56 BYY is a 2006 Volvo C70, first registered on 8 September 2006.

Is KU56 BYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU56 BYY shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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