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BK55 FBY

2005 Volvo V70

Gold Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

165,221 mi
Last recorded165,221 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Volvo V70109,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK55 FBY
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2017 165,221 miles

emissions beyond scope of smoke meter

Fail 6 Jun 2017 165,221 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported mounting snapped off (7.1.1)

emissions beyond scope of smoke meter

Pass 14 Jun 2016 145,927 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 145,922 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced lense (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced lense (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 143,471 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 121,430 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 113,356 miles

corrosion to rear brake discs - also some judder

Pass 31 Oct 2011 105,823 miles

centre rear exhaust mounting broken ,system still adequately supported advise repair

Pass 1 Oct 2010 94,336 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 82,113 miles

Note exhaust emmissions to clean to measure.

Fail 11 Sep 2009 82,042 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2008 70,104 miles

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

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

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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BK55 FBY is a 2005 Volvo V70 in Gold with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BK55 FBY, 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 BK55 FBY registered?

BK55 FBY is a 2005 Volvo V70, first registered on 23 September 2005.

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