CarVerify

Free Car Check

V246 DFV

1999 Volvo C70

Red Petrol 2435cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2021
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

153,966 mi
Last recorded153,966 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2020
Typical for 1999 Volvo C7099,646 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Volvo
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationV246 DFV
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2020 153,966 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 147,865 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt gaiter splitting (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2019 144,536 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 142,625 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2017 142,625 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 139,257 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 136,616 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 136,616 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter missing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 135,198 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2014 135,197 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2012 130,185 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 1 Aug 2012 130,185 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 162,004 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 162,004 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2009 120,407 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2008 114,494 miles

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

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

o/s front steering rack has a slight play/

Pass 9 Mar 2007 108,808 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2007 108,808 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Mar 2006 105,422 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2006 105,427 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.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
Full Volvo C70 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

V246 DFV is a 1999 Volvo C70 in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 1999 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 99,646 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 V246 DFV, 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 27 years old, this Volvo C70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of V246 DFV?

You can check the full history of V246 DFV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was V246 DFV registered?

V246 DFV is a 1999 Volvo C70, first registered on 19 November 1999.

Is V246 DFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V246 DFV shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V246 DFV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on V246 DFV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.