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SG56 XSR

2006 Volvo C70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

90,607 mi
Last recorded90,607 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2022
Typical for 2006 Volvo C7069,578 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG56 XSR
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2022 90,607 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

parking brake only just met requirements

rear brake discs pitted/scored

Fail 13 Jun 2022 90,280 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

parking brake only just met requirements

rear brake discs pitted/scored

Pass 8 Jun 2021 84,917 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2021 84,915 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2020 81,320 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

parking brake just met requirements

Fail 12 Jun 2020 81,252 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

parking brake just met requirements

Pass 12 Jun 2019 73,190 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 7 Jun 2019 72,962 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2018 65,727 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2018 65,726 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 52,487 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 51,303 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted at time of test may be obscuring some components

Nearside front and offside front wishbone rear bushes slightly perished no excessive movement

Pass 6 Jul 2015 48,736 miles

Both front wishbone rear bushes are slightly perished but no excessive movement

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear of front discs are slightly corroded

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jul 2014 43,292 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 42,289 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 39,325 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 35,693 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 30,143 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 24,423 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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SG56 XSR is a 2006 Volvo C70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 SG56 XSR, 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 SG56 XSR registered?

SG56 XSR is a 2006 Volvo C70, first registered on 4 September 2006.

Is SG56 XSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG56 XSR shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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