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SP51 TSU

2002 Volvo C70

Red Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

50,430 mi
Last recorded50,430 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2018
Typical for 2002 Volvo C7077,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP51 TSU
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2018 50,430 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 49,416 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 41,881 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2015 35,800 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2015 35,800 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2014 27,113 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 18,876 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 18,240 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 17,768 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 17,329 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 16,792 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 15,851 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 15,012 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 12,549 miles

FRONT AND REAR BRAKE DISC SURFACE RUSTY

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)

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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SP51 TSU is a 2002 Volvo C70 in Red with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2002 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 77,814 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 SP51 TSU, 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 24 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 SP51 TSU registered?

SP51 TSU is a 2002 Volvo C70, first registered on 15 February 2002.

Is SP51 TSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP51 TSU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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