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SY56 OVJ

2007 Volvo C70

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

59,921 mi
Last recorded59,921 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2012
Typical for 2007 Volvo C7071,734 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY56 OVJ
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2012 59,921 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 59,921 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 49,669 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 47,068 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2011 47,065 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 36,890 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2010 36,890 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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SY56 OVJ is a 2007 Volvo C70 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2007 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 71,734 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 SY56 OVJ, 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 19 years old, this Volvo C70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of SY56 OVJ?

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What year was SY56 OVJ registered?

SY56 OVJ is a 2007 Volvo C70, first registered on 26 January 2007.

Is SY56 OVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY56 OVJ shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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