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W588 RMW

2000 Volvo C70

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

141,000 mi
Last recorded141,000 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2016
Typical for 2000 Volvo C7093,940 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW588 RMW
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2016 141,000 miles

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

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

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damaged but no cords exposed

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

engine malfunction light on

Fail 30 Nov 2016 140,993 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damaged but no cords exposed

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

coolant level low

engine malfunction light on

Pass 27 Nov 2015 135,270 miles

engine malfunction light is on

Fail 27 Nov 2015 135,267 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

coolant level below min

engine malfunction light is on

Fail 20 Nov 2014 128,387 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2014 128,387 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 113,115 miles

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

n/s/f tyre outer wall damaged

Pass 5 Oct 2012 104,706 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2012 104,706 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 99,155 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear barke discs corroded and application slightly uneven

Fail 4 Aug 2011 99,155 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Engine management light on

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear barke discs corroded and application slightly uneven

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 93,343 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 87,722 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 77,896 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 62,582 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 50,723 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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W588 RMW is a 2000 Volvo C70 in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2000 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 93,940 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 W588 RMW, 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 26 years old, this Volvo C70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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W588 RMW is a 2000 Volvo C70, first registered on 20 April 2000.

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