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BF05 XVJ

2005 Volvo XC90

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

170,474 mi
Last recorded170,474 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC90106,315 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 XVJ
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 170,474 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 165,431 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 161,107 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 156,395 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 153,669 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 151,424 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 148,599 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 141,527 miles

Nearside Front tyre just legal on outer edge

front brake pad wear low

headlamp aims & lenses

Fail 14 Sep 2018 141,525 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front tyre just legal on outer edge

front brake pad wear low

headlamp aims & lenses

Pass 13 Sep 2017 134,788 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 128,703 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 122,794 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 118,597 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2014 118,597 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2013 114,615 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 114,615 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2012 110,092 miles

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

Fail 13 Oct 2011 104,933 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Oct 2011 104,933 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 99,777 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2010 99,777 miles

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 19 Oct 2009 94,075 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 56,301 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 56,241 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)

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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BF05 XVJ is a 2005 Volvo XC90 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BF05 XVJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BF05 XVJ?

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What year was BF05 XVJ registered?

BF05 XVJ is a 2005 Volvo XC90, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is BF05 XVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF05 XVJ shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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