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S3 NFB

2001 Volvo C70

Gold Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

113,534 mi
Last recorded113,534 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2018
Typical for 2001 Volvo C7084,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS3 NFB
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2018 113,534 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 113,516 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 109,022 miles

front tyres wearing on inside edges

Fail 14 Jul 2017 109,022 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front tyres wearing on inside edges

Pass 4 May 2016 104,922 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 101,374 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 98,044 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 90,470 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Nov 2011 84,528 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

drives door check strap worn

Pass 27 Sep 2010 79,522 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 79,522 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Fail 2 Oct 2009 74,575 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 74,575 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 72,153 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 72,153 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2008 71,009 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 63,632 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 60,176 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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S3 NFB is a 2001 Volvo C70 in Gold with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 S3 NFB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S3 NFB registered?

S3 NFB is a 2001 Volvo C70, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is S3 NFB safe to buy?

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