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LG05 CNY

2005 Volvo C70

Silver Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

85,235 mi
Last recorded85,235 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Volvo C7063,802 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG05 CNY
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 85,235 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 78,818 miles

Rear Road wheel slightly distorted both sides (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2024 78,818 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Road wheel slightly distorted both sides (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 71,882 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Oct 2023 71,881 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2022 64,335 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, slight uneven wear on inner shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 60,747 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 58,350 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 56,512 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 55,625 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 53,300 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 53,257 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 52,381 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2014 52,381 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Feb 2013 49,856 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 47,353 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2012 47,353 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 41,115 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2010 40,407 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

spare wheel cracked bead rim distorted

Pass 5 Nov 2009 34,592 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2009 34,592 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2008 23,727 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

small cut in nearside front tyre outer wall

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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LG05 CNY is a 2005 Volvo C70 in Silver with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 63,802 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 LG05 CNY, 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 21 years old, this Volvo C70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LG05 CNY registered?

LG05 CNY is a 2005 Volvo C70, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is LG05 CNY safe to buy?

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