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NM08 BFO

2008 Volvo C70

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

145,207 mi
Last recorded145,207 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2017
Typical for 2008 Volvo C7074,779 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNM08 BFO
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2017 145,207 miles

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

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

eml light on dash

Fail 19 Aug 2017 145,207 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

eml light on dash

Pass 13 Aug 2016 136,875 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 13 Aug 2016 136,875 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 133,058 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 115,515 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

both rear shock absorber dust covers insecure

rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 30 Jul 2013 97,882 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Jul 2013 97,879 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

both rear rubber bump stops badly deteriorated

n/s/f/ marker lamp dim

Pass 1 Aug 2012 78,940 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 57,914 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 57,911 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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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NM08 BFO is a 2008 Volvo C70 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2008 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 74,779 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 NM08 BFO, 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 18 years old, this Volvo C70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NM08 BFO registered?

NM08 BFO is a 2008 Volvo C70, first registered on 18 August 2008.

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