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LS02 DXU

2002 Volvo C70

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

180,404 mi
Last recorded180,404 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2016
Typical for 2002 Volvo C7077,814 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS02 DXU
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2016 180,404 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

engine oil low

Pass 10 Jul 2015 17,190 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 17,189 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 162,009 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 149,105 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 149,105 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 139,761 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 131,366 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2011 131,366 miles

Offside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 2 Jul 2010 123,497 miles

N/S/R and O/S/R brake disc sighty corroded

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

Pass 2 Jul 2010 123,497 miles

N/S/R and O/S/R brake disc sighty corroded

Pass 21 Apr 2009 112,455 miles

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

front bumper damaged lower edge

rear exhaust mount deteriorated

Pass 30 Apr 2008 105,765 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 101,492 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 101,492 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 22 May 2006 84,669 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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LS02 DXU is a 2002 Volvo C70 in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 LS02 DXU, 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 LS02 DXU registered?

LS02 DXU is a 2002 Volvo C70, first registered on 29 March 2002.

Is LS02 DXU safe to buy?

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