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AJ55 SLU

2005 Volvo V70

Red Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

193,404 mi
Last recorded193,404 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Volvo V70109,962 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 SLU
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2015 193,404 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 178,572 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 163,705 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 149,760 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 134,088 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 119,931 miles

exhaust emissions too low to obtain metered reading

Pass 11 Dec 2009 98,869 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2009 98,861 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Dec 2008 77,225 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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AJ55 SLU is a 2005 Volvo V70 in Red with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AJ55 SLU, 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 AJ55 SLU registered?

AJ55 SLU is a 2005 Volvo V70, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is AJ55 SLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ55 SLU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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