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OU06 MTV

2006 Volvo C70

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

43,199 mi
Last recorded43,199 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Volvo C7069,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU06 MTV
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 43,199 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 42,503 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 May 2025 42,501 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 May 2024 40,858 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 39,095 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 37,794 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 3 May 2022 37,794 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 4 May 2021 35,946 miles
Fail 4 May 2021 35,946 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2020 34,152 miles
Fail 27 May 2020 34,152 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Apr 2019 31,969 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2019 31,969 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 29,832 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 27,461 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 25,302 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 23,441 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 20,989 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 19,272 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 16,968 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 14,539 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 12,014 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 8,678 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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OU06 MTV is a 2006 Volvo C70 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 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 OU06 MTV, 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.

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What year was OU06 MTV registered?

OU06 MTV is a 2006 Volvo C70, first registered on 31 May 2006.

Is OU06 MTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU06 MTV shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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