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NL56 ZFG

2006 Volvo C70

Purple Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

80,514 mi
Last recorded80,514 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2018
Typical for 2006 Volvo C7069,578 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL56 ZFG
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2006
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2018 80,514 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 77,560 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 77,534 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2016 77,533 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 70,862 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2014 70,862 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2013 65,799 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2013 65,770 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2012 59,202 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 52,968 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/r bumpstop split

rear discs corroded

Fail 15 Sep 2011 52,968 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/r bumpstop split

rear discs corroded

Fail 8 Sep 2010 30,378 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 30,378 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 12,678 miles

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

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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NL56 ZFG is a 2006 Volvo C70 in Purple with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 NL56 ZFG, 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 NL56 ZFG registered?

NL56 ZFG is a 2006 Volvo C70, first registered on 5 September 2006.

Is NL56 ZFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL56 ZFG shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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