Volvo C70 (2013)
2013 Volvo C70
CarHunch analysed 249 real MOT records for the 2013 Volvo C70. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2013 Volvo C70 barely matches the UK average with an 81.5% pass rate, but the real concern is that nearly half of these cars have suffered a dangerous defect at some point—well above acceptable levels and a genuine red flag for prospective buyers. The diesel variant (which accounts for virtually all examples) shows no meaningful advantage, passing at 81.4%.
At just under 49,000 miles median, these C70s are relatively low-mileage for their age, yet they're racking up an average of 2.48 failures and 13.1 advisories per test, suggesting latent reliability issues rather than wear from heavy use. Before committing to one, insist on a full service history and an independent inspection focusing on the electrical and hydraulic systems where this model tends to develop expensive problems.
What to check before buying a 2013 Volvo C70
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 49.4% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (98%) | 244 | 81.4% | 2.49 |
| Petrol (2%) | 5 | 85.5% | 2 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2013 Volvo C70 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2013 Volvo C70 vehicles fall between 34,513 and 65,917 miles.
2013 Volvo C70 — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 224 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 93% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2013 Volvo C70
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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41.3%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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38.9%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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34.4%
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play
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29.1%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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28.3%
Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play
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27.9%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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27.1%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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26.3%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2013. Counts include advisories and failures.
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