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BK05 VRG

2005 Volvo V70

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

203,594 mi
Last recorded203,594 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Volvo V70109,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 VRG
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2019 203,594 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 199,750 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2017 188,086 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 170,045 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 147,727 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 126,092 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 105,524 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2013 105,524 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 87,194 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 73,324 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 7 Jul 2011 73,022 miles

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 62,132 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

slight damage on tyre wall on r/n/s

Pass 4 Mar 2009 46,157 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 4 Mar 2009 46,157 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 36,460 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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BK05 VRG is a 2005 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BK05 VRG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK05 VRG registered?

BK05 VRG is a 2005 Volvo V70, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is BK05 VRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK05 VRG shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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