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BT55 MWC

2005 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

239,111 mi
Last recorded239,111 miles
Recorded on12 May 2023
Typical for 2005 Volvo V70109,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT55 MWC
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2023 239,111 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 230,857 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 227,025 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2020 227,025 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2019 223,043 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 215,627 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 204,494 miles

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

Fail 7 Dec 2017 204,494 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 190,736 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2015 180,435 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 168,012 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 155,983 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2013 155,983 miles

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

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Dec 2012 142,821 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2011 110,746 miles

Sill covers fitted

Pass 13 Dec 2010 83,177 miles

Sill covers fitted

Pass 14 Dec 2009 60,025 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 46,046 miles

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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BT55 MWC is a 2005 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 BT55 MWC, 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 BT55 MWC registered?

BT55 MWC is a 2005 Volvo V70, first registered on 16 December 2005.

Is BT55 MWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT55 MWC shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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