CarVerify

Free Car Check

X153 FGF

2000 Volvo C70

Black Petrol 1984cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

148,209 mi
Last recorded148,209 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2018
Typical for 2000 Volvo C7093,940 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

RegistrationX153 FGF
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2018 148,209 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 5 May 2017 145,260 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 May 2016 143,449 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 143,449 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 139,439 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 139,439 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 1 May 2014 134,724 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 130,504 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 124,365 miles

Nearside Rear 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 13 Apr 2011 117,335 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 99,478 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 92,633 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 83,763 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 76,414 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 69,719 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
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

X153 FGF is a 2000 Volvo C70 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 X153 FGF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X153 FGF?

You can check the full history of X153 FGF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was X153 FGF registered?

X153 FGF is a 2000 Volvo C70, first registered on 16 November 2000.

Is X153 FGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for X153 FGF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X153 FGF 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 X153 FGF. 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.