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BL54 FSU

2005 Volvo XC70

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

209,662 mi
Last recorded209,662 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC70113,506 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL54 FSU
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2018 209,662 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 208,571 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 198,962 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2015 191,244 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 182,027 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 168,400 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 168,399 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 157,067 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 139,893 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front offside and nearside sidelight bulbs very dim

nearside front headlamp beam pattern poor

Pass 18 Jan 2011 129,132 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 112,225 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 95,246 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 95,246 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 72,244 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo XC70?

Based on 361,836 MOT tests across 23,034 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,931
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
23,034
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 4,853
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,268
Registration plate lamp not working 3,654
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,754
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,697
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BL54 FSU is a 2005 Volvo XC70 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Volvo XC70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 113,506 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo XC70 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 4,853 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BL54 FSU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC70 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Volvo XC70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BL54 FSU registered?

BL54 FSU is a 2005 Volvo XC70, first registered on 27 January 2005.

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