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CX05 VCF

2005 Volvo V70

Grey Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

95,751 mi
Last recorded95,751 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Volvo V70109,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX05 VCF
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 95,751 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Split around shaft (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing low on inner edges of treads (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Split around shaft (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing low on inner edges of treads (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low on outer edge of treads (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 92,706 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Split around shaft but not leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Split around shaft but not leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Feb 2024 84,355 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Split around shaft not leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Split around shaft not leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 1 Feb 2024 84,355 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Split around shaft not leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Split around shaft not leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Corroded off (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 77,629 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Split around shaft but not leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Lamp slightly deteriorating (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Split around shaft but not leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Lamp slightly deteriorating (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 72,141 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight split around shaft (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slight split around shaft (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 68,043 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight split (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on outer edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight split (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on outer edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on outer edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Dec 2019 61,299 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 56,581 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 53,348 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside & offside (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 47,755 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 44,412 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 39,404 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 35,848 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 32,833 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 30,071 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 26,756 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 20,862 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2008 17,486 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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CX05 VCF is a 2005 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 CX05 VCF, 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 CX05 VCF registered?

CX05 VCF is a 2005 Volvo V70, first registered on 3 August 2005.

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