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YG05 XJC

2005 Volvo C70

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

75,281 mi
Last recorded75,281 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2015
Typical for 2005 Volvo C7063,802 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG05 XJC
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 30 Jun 2015 75,281 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 75,281 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 64,963 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 61,827 miles

both rear indicators fading

front brake discs corroding on inner face

rear brake discs starting to corrode

slight movement in centre steering rack mounting

Fail 14 Aug 2012 54,709 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s/f headlight wiper is split

o/s/f and n/s/f tyres have 3mm tread

rear exhaust bracket corroding

Pass 14 Aug 2012 54,709 miles

n/s/f headlight wiper is split

o/s/f and n/s/f tyres have 3mm tread

rear exhaust bracket corroding

Pass 19 Aug 2011 49,962 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2010 45,767 miles

slight creaking noise from steering.

Pass 22 Apr 2010 45,445 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 22 Apr 2010 45,445 miles

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 39,437 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2008 29,798 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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YG05 XJC is a 2005 Volvo C70 in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 63,802 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 YG05 XJC, 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 21 years old, this Volvo C70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YG05 XJC registered?

YG05 XJC is a 2005 Volvo C70, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is YG05 XJC safe to buy?

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