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LY05 NFG

2005 Volvo C70

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

26,522 mi
Last recorded26,522 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volvo C7063,802 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY05 NFG
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 26,522 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2025 20,043 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 7,796 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 7,712 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 7,675 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2019 7,650 miles

Nearside Front Steering lock stop missing (2.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component reservoir (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 28 Dec 2018 7,540 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 7,415 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 7,285 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 7,220 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2014 6,449 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2013 6,138 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 5,886 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2011 5,677 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 5,357 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2009 5,129 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Dec 2009 5,129 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 Dec 2008 4,955 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 4,892 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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LY05 NFG is a 2005 Volvo C70 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 LY05 NFG, 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.

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What year was LY05 NFG registered?

LY05 NFG is a 2005 Volvo C70, first registered on 9 July 2005.

Is LY05 NFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY05 NFG 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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