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C3 ULE

2005 Volvo XC90

Black Petrol 2922cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

139,031 mi
Last recorded139,031 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC90106,315 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC3 ULE
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,922cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 139,031 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 135,355 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 128,398 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2023 128,398 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 114,219 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2022 114,219 miles

Steering wheel likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Feb 2021 101,018 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint slightly blowing (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 19 Dec 2019 95,501 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside inner and outer edges slightly worn (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective exhaust hanger broken but system still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 3 Nov 2018 88,659 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 84,028 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 78,573 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 72,914 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 68,656 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 60,224 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 49,720 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 38,991 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 34,474 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 25,140 miles

advise nearside & offside rear lens

Fail 25 Nov 2009 25,140 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

advise nearside & offside rear lens

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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C3 ULE is a 2005 Volvo XC90 in Black with a 2,922cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 C3 ULE, 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 C3 ULE registered?

C3 ULE is a 2005 Volvo XC90, first registered on 14 December 2005.

Is C3 ULE safe to buy?

The MOT history for C3 ULE shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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