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1301 U

2005 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

142,497 mi
Last recorded142,497 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volvo V70109,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration1301 U
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 142,497 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 134,498 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 123,932 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Mar 2023 114,795 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 107,988 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 102,079 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2020 100,264 miles

front brake pads getting low

offside rear tyre perished in tread

Fail 31 Mar 2020 100,264 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

front brake pads getting low

offside rear tyre perished in tread

Pass 14 Mar 2019 95,934 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Mar 2019 95,934 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 91,010 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 85,591 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 79,246 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 72,603 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front wipers worn

Pass 13 Mar 2014 66,835 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 61,586 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 55,725 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 52,307 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

N/S/R tyre close to the legal limit of 1.6mm & slightly feathered on inner egde

O/S/F tyre worn on inner edge

O/S/R tyre close to the legal limit of 1.6mm on outer edge & slightly worn on inner edge

Pass 11 Mar 2010 46,551 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

unable to fully inspect n/s/r seat/seatbelt as childseat fitted

Pass 12 Mar 2009 38,836 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 31,347 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo V70?

Based on 1,930,508 MOT tests across 117,393 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
7,266
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
117,393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,106
position lamp(s) not working 56,250
Registration plate lamp not working 44,172
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 35,659
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,149
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1301 U is a 2005 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2005 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 109,962 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo V70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 1301 U, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V70 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 21 years old, this Volvo V70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 1301 U registered?

1301 U is a 2005 Volvo V70, first registered on 14 April 2005.

Is 1301 U safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1301 U shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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