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MC56 DLF

2006 Volvo C70

Purple Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

37,629 mi
Last recorded37,629 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Volvo C7069,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC56 DLF
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2006
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 37,629 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 35,163 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 34,453 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 33,507 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 32,809 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 30,903 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 29,208 miles

Front steering rack damp

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tiebar (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement springarm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tiebar (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement springarm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 28,635 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 27,895 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 27,084 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 26,214 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

anti skid warning light on

Pass 12 May 2015 26,214 miles

anti skid warning light on

Pass 21 May 2014 24,924 miles

advise slight play in wishbone mounts

advise slightly uneven tyre wear present

Fail 21 May 2014 24,924 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

advise front brake pads starting to wear low

advise slight play in wishbone mounts

advise slightly uneven tyre wear present

Pass 25 Nov 2013 23,190 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 20,682 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 17,353 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 13,432 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 10,173 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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MC56 DLF is a 2006 Volvo C70 in Purple with a 2,435cc 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 MC56 DLF, 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 MC56 DLF registered?

MC56 DLF is a 2006 Volvo C70, first registered on 6 December 2006.

Is MC56 DLF safe to buy?

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