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BK55 FCF

2005 Volvo XC90

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

137,962 mi
Last recorded137,962 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC90106,315 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK55 FCF
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 137,962 miles

Chip in windscreen but not obscuring the drivers view.

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2024 132,036 miles

Chip in windscreen but not obscuring the drivers view.

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2023 123,924 miles

Chip in windscreen but not obscuring the drivers view

Nearside Front Projected beam image slightly distorted

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Inner rack joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Projected beam image slightly distorted

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Inner rack joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Dec 2023 123,924 miles

Chip in windscreen but not obscuring the drivers view

Nearside Front Projected beam image slightly distorted

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Inner rack joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Projected beam image slightly distorted

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Inner rack joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 116,115 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2022 116,115 miles

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 111,361 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 106,117 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 102,341 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2019 102,341 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 98,492 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 94,316 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 6 Dec 2016 90,410 miles

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 8 Dec 2015 86,694 miles

n/s/rear tyre wearing on outside edge

rear seats not present for test

Pass 1 Dec 2014 83,264 miles

3rd row seats folded down at time of test so unable to inspect belts.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Dec 2013 79,730 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2013 79,630 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Dec 2012 70,197 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 61,184 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Fail 13 Dec 2011 61,053 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2010 52,037 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 43,287 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 33,904 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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BK55 FCF is a 2005 Volvo XC90 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 BK55 FCF, 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

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What year was BK55 FCF registered?

BK55 FCF is a 2005 Volvo XC90, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is BK55 FCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK55 FCF shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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