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DC05 FAJ

2005 Volvo XC90

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

116,882 mi
Last recorded116,882 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC90106,315 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC05 FAJ
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2018 116,882 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 110,588 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 108,510 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both headlamp lens (1.7.5a)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 24 Oct 2016 108,504 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both headlamp lens (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high Adjusted / Fixed (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high Adjusted / Fixed (1.8)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 104,752 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2015 104,752 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 93,763 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 84,354 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 72,007 miles

front brake discs worn

offside steering rack tie rod has slight play

rear handbrake readings low

Pass 7 May 2011 61,591 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 49,504 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 40,300 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

front tyres close to legal limit

Pass 25 Apr 2008 29,435 miles

large engine cover & under tray fitted obstructing view.

slight movement in o/s of steering rack inner joint.

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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DC05 FAJ is a 2005 Volvo XC90 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DC05 FAJ, 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.

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What year was DC05 FAJ registered?

DC05 FAJ is a 2005 Volvo XC90, first registered on 29 April 2005.

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