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DV55 SDV

2005 Volvo XC90

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

125,949 mi
Last recorded125,949 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC90106,315 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV55 SDV
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 125,949 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 123,469 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 119,641 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 116,855 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2022 116,855 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 114,341 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 111,968 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 109,435 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 103,649 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 96,567 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 89,934 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 3rd row ()

Pass 27 Oct 2015 82,755 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 76,851 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2014 76,830 miles

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 71,078 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 66,206 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2011 61,105 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 61,105 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 55,070 miles

both front tyres close to legal limit 235 60 18 V

Pass 14 Jan 2010 45,601 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Dec 2008 33,718 miles

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

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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DV55 SDV is a 2005 Volvo XC90 in Blue 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 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 DV55 SDV, 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 DV55 SDV registered?

DV55 SDV is a 2005 Volvo XC90, first registered on 23 December 2005.

Is DV55 SDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV55 SDV shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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