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BN05 GZC

2005 Volvo XC90

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

128,259 mi
Last recorded128,259 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC90106,315 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 GZC
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2024 128,259 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

bonnet latch stiff to operate and struts weak

Pass 8 Nov 2023 127,717 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2023 127,717 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 126,004 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 123,517 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Oct 2021 123,517 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 121,476 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2020 121,476 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2019 118,748 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 114,691 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2017 108,808 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 102,600 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 96,573 miles

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)

nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 8 Apr 2015 94,739 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing low on outer edge

Fail 16 Apr 2014 88,288 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 88,288 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 84,117 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 79,669 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 71,890 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2010 62,708 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 62,708 miles

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

Nearside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

Pass 1 May 2009 51,640 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 38,247 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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BN05 GZC is a 2005 Volvo XC90 in Silver 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 BN05 GZC, 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 BN05 GZC registered?

BN05 GZC is a 2005 Volvo XC90, first registered on 10 March 2005.

Is BN05 GZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 GZC 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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