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CX55 YYM

2005 Volvo XC70

Red Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

176,032 mi
Last recorded176,032 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC70113,506 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX55 YYM
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 176,032 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2024 170,255 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 162,264 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2023 162,264 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 151,740 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2021 146,812 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both and also cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Oct 2021 146,806 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working amber one in indicator (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both and also cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 143,337 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 137,516 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 130,685 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 116,457 miles

Nearside Rear wheel binding very slightly

Pass 29 Sep 2016 107,071 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 99,042 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 88,256 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 77,345 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 77,345 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 2 Oct 2012 69,389 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 61,229 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 52,324 miles

N/S/R Tyre On 3mm

Pass 17 Sep 2009 42,095 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)

slight movement in n/s of steering rack

Pass 18 Sep 2008 30,266 miles

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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CX55 YYM is a 2005 Volvo XC70 in Red with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 CX55 YYM, 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.

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What year was CX55 YYM registered?

CX55 YYM is a 2005 Volvo XC70, first registered on 29 September 2005.

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