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LG56 XHY

2006 Volvo C70

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

101,172 mi
Last recorded101,172 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Volvo C7069,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG56 XHY
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 101,172 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 95,911 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2024 95,911 miles

Headlamp aim too low both headlamps (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced water inside headlamp (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 92,540 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 87,572 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 83,029 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 77,736 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 72,230 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 72,230 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 67,959 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 63,795 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 59,825 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2016 59,824 miles

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (1.8.B.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 56,311 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 51,930 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 46,292 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Sep 2013 46,291 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Aug 2012 40,253 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2011 36,856 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 31,325 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 25,688 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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LG56 XHY is a 2006 Volvo C70 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 LG56 XHY, 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

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What year was LG56 XHY registered?

LG56 XHY is a 2006 Volvo C70, first registered on 22 September 2006.

Is LG56 XHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG56 XHY shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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