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BN05 GZO

2005 Volvo XC70

Blue Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

217,754 mi
Last recorded217,754 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC70113,506 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 GZO
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 217,754 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 214,732 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 211,454 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 207,318 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 202,595 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 197,193 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 191,584 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 187,195 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 182,586 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 182,586 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 175,112 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 164,584 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 164,584 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 May 2014 151,653 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2014 151,653 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2013 138,157 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 124,159 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Jun 2012 123,936 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2011 110,475 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 95,032 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 79,006 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 60,393 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 60,393 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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BN05 GZO is a 2005 Volvo XC70 in Blue with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 BN05 GZO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN05 GZO registered?

BN05 GZO is a 2005 Volvo XC70, first registered on 11 July 2005.

Is BN05 GZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 GZO 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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