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AV05 XWW

2005 Volvo XC90

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

143,757 mi
Last recorded143,757 miles
Recorded on13 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC90106,315 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 XWW
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2019 143,757 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 139,494 miles

Both headlamp lenses frosted

Corrosion to exhaust,suspension components and subframes

Damage to bodywork

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Nsf tyre badly worn on outer edge

Nsr tail light lens broken

Osf seat damaged

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 1 Aug 2018 139,494 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Both headlamp lenses frosted

Corrosion to exhaust,suspension components and subframes

Damage to bodywork

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Nsf tyre badly worn on outer edge

Nsr tail light lens broken

Osf seat damaged

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 15 Jul 2017 133,142 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

nearside front tyre bald on outer edge

Fail 14 Jul 2017 133,142 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

both front tyres worn on edges

nearside front tyre bald on outer edge

Pass 14 Apr 2016 128,511 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

boot handle and bonnet catch stiff

headlamps faded

n/s/r lamp unit damaged

Fail 13 Apr 2016 128,511 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

boot handle and bonnet catch stiff

headlamps faded

n/s/r lamp unit damaged

Fail 29 Mar 2016 128,511 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

boot handle and bonnet catch stiff

headlamps faded

n/s/r lamp unit damaged

Pass 2 Apr 2014 120,070 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 113,936 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 113,936 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 107,099 miles

side seal cover fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2011 98,730 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 89,908 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2009 78,224 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 67,829 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo XC90?

Based on 1,122,947 MOT tests across 82,375 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
8,281
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
82,375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23,030
position lamp(s) not working 22,417
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21,465
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,860
Registration plate lamp not working 14,842
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AV05 XWW is a 2005 Volvo XC90 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2005 Volvo XC90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 106,315 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo XC90 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 23,030 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV05 XWW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC90 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Volvo XC90 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AV05 XWW is a 2005 Volvo XC90, first registered on 14 April 2005.

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