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A5 JEV

2005 Volvo V70

Grey Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

129,133 mi
Last recorded129,133 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Volvo V70109,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 JEV
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 129,133 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output poor pattern both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 7 Jan 2026 129,131 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output poor pattern both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 23 Dec 2024 125,112 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 23 Dec 2024 125,112 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 118,807 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2023 118,731 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jul 2022 114,253 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2021 108,486 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 103,757 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 23 Jul 2020 103,757 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2018 95,953 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 89,565 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 82,611 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2016 82,611 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 76,500 miles

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

Rear exhaust hanger broken

Pass 12 Sep 2014 70,123 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 63,641 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 63,641 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 56,906 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2011 50,332 miles

Both rear brake discs are corroded and scored

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 44,579 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 36,342 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 28,674 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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A5 JEV is a 2005 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 A5 JEV, 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 A5 JEV registered?

A5 JEV is a 2005 Volvo V70, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is A5 JEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 JEV shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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