2006 Volvo C70 · 3,863 MOT tests
2006 Volvo C70 reliability
2006 Volvo C70s fail 43.5% of first MOT tests, about average for its age and mileage, ranking 8 of 11 C70 years (3,863 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
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- first-time fail rate (all Volvo C70s: 38.9%)
- 43.5%
- first-time fail rate (all Volvo C70s: 38.9%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 2% more
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 16
- 96,365
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 16
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
- 3,863
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
Year on year
2006 against the years either side
- 2005 cars: 8% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2006 car does worse)
- 2007 cars: 3% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2006 car does worse)
- Weak spot: tyres, 9.7% of tests fail here (36% above cars of the same age and mileage).
- Strong point: windscreen, wipers and mirrors, 46% fewer fails than comparable cars.
- Plates: a 2006 car carries a 55 plate (January–February 2006), or a 06 plate (March–August 2006), or a 56 plate (September–December 2006).
Common problems
What fails on a 2006 Volvo C70
Fail rate by area
- Suspension17.8%
- Lights and electrics16.4%
- Brakes14.2%
- Body, chassis and structure9.7%
- Tyres9.7%
- Exhaust, emissions and leaks5%
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors3.8%
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top failures
CV joint boot split or insecure 6.86%
A split CV boot lets dirt in and grease out, so the joint wears and may need full replacement.
Coil spring fractured or broken 6.63%
A broken coil spring can leave the car sitting low or unstable, so it must be replaced before driving.
Parking brake efficiency below minimum 5.98%
The parking brake holds the car less well than required, so it may roll on a slope and needs repair.
Shock absorber serious fluid leak 4.06%
A shock absorber leaking heavily has likely lost its damping, so the car will handle and brake less safely.
Tyre ply or cords exposed 3.81%
Exposed ply or cords can let the tyre fail suddenly, so the tyre must be replaced before the car is driven.
Engine warning light inoperative or lit 3.42%
An engine warning light that is lit or not working can hide faults, so diagnosis is needed before buying.
Common advisories
Tyre worn close to legal limit (18.48%) · Suspension arm pin/bush showing wear (9.29%) · Brake disc pitted or scored (9.24%) · Tyre slightly damaged or cracking (6.14%) · Shock absorber light oil misting (5.9%) · Brake pads wearing thin (5.67%)
Other years
Every Volvo C70 year
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Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results, 2022 to 2024, class 4 normal tests.
Is a 2006 Volvo C70 reliable?
2006 Volvo C70s fail 43.5% of first MOT tests, about average for its age and mileage, ranking 8 of 11 C70 years (3,863 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
What fails on a 2006 Volvo C70 MOT?
Most often cv joint boot split or insecure (6.86% of tests), coil spring fractured or broken (6.63% of tests), parking brake efficiency below minimum (5.98% of tests).
How many miles should a 2006 Volvo C70 have done?
At its MOT aged about 16, a typical 2006 Volvo C70 shows 96,365 miles. Much higher or lower is worth asking about.
What plate is a 2006 car?
A car first registered in 2006 carries a 55 plate (January–February 2006), or a 06 plate (March–August 2006), or a 56 plate (September–December 2006).
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