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OV51 SBO

2001 Volvo C70

Grey Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

111,188 mi
Last recorded111,188 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2019
Typical for 2001 Volvo C7084,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV51 SBO
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2019 111,188 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 108,530 miles

front brake discs just starting to rust across inner surface

head lamp wiper split

n/s/f brake hose slightly twisted

Fail 12 Oct 2018 108,530 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect reflector deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect reflector deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Upper Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

coolent on minimum

front brake discs just starting to rust across inner surface

head lamp wiper split

n/s/f brake hose slightly twisted

n/s/r tyre very old , cracking and perishing

Pass 6 Oct 2017 105,280 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

Fail 6 Oct 2017 105,280 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 Oct 2016 102,138 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2016 102,138 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported section (7.1.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 99,269 miles

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

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

rear no plate partially detached

Pass 7 Oct 2014 96,385 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

n/s/r indicator slightly discoloured

rear exhaust mount broken

Pass 24 Sep 2013 92,483 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 87,428 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2012 87,428 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

rear exhaust bracket detatched from exhaust but system still secure

Pass 1 Oct 2011 81,632 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2010 75,513 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front and rear brake discs worn

rear number plate poor condition

Pass 7 Oct 2010 75,513 miles

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front and rear brake discs worn

rear number plate poor condition

Pass 1 Oct 2009 70,137 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 1 Oct 2009 70,137 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 63,376 miles

both rear tyres, tread very worn on inner edges

Fail 21 Oct 2008 63,376 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

both rear tyres, tread very worn on inner edges

Pass 5 Oct 2007 56,409 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 49,554 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 44,385 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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OV51 SBO is a 2001 Volvo C70 in Grey with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2001 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 84,660 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 OV51 SBO, 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 25 years old, this Volvo C70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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OV51 SBO is a 2001 Volvo C70, first registered on 16 October 2001.

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