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RL54 TXU

2005 Volvo C70

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

102,312 mi
Last recorded102,312 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 Volvo C7063,802 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL54 TXU
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 8 Mar 2023 102,312 miles

Power steering component modification unsafe power steering rack mountings inadequately repaired (2.1.5 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 96,065 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2022 96,052 miles

Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2021 91,186 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 90,517 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 89,015 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 86,317 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 86,317 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Nov 2016 86,071 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2016 86,071 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2012 75,281 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 64,163 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2010 60,925 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

front tyres worn on inner edges

nearside front tyre has side wall damage

slight play in steering rack nearside and offside front

Pass 26 Jan 2009 49,438 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 37,851 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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RL54 TXU is a 2005 Volvo C70 in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2005 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 63,802 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 RL54 TXU, 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 21 years old, this Volvo C70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RL54 TXU registered?

RL54 TXU is a 2005 Volvo C70, first registered on 31 January 2005.

Is RL54 TXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL54 TXU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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