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DK05 TBO

2005 Volvo V70

Silver Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

165,020 mi
Last recorded165,020 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Volvo V70109,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 TBO
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2017 165,020 miles

Fuel filter corroded under vehicle.

Nearside Front Upper Slight corrosion to the spring strut mount housing.

Offside Rear Play in OSR anti-roll ball D-bush.

Fail 1 Feb 2017 165,020 miles

Fuel filter corroded under vehicle.

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working Replaced bulb. (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Upper Slight corrosion to the spring strut mount housing.

Offside Rear Play in OSR anti-roll ball D-bush.

Pass 17 Feb 2016 151,533 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 135,840 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 18 Feb 2015 135,839 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

Fail 13 Feb 2014 120,598 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n/s front tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Pass 13 Feb 2014 120,598 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n/s front tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Pass 7 Feb 2013 102,391 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2013 102,308 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

fuel filter corroded

Pass 23 Feb 2012 88,698 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 76,700 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 76,700 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 65,369 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 52,369 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 52,367 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2008 40,496 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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DK05 TBO is a 2005 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DK05 TBO, 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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DK05 TBO is a 2005 Volvo V70, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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