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FE05 WRK

2005 Volvo V70

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

137,835 mi
Last recorded137,835 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Volvo V70109,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE05 WRK
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2017 137,835 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake binding very slightly.

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 131,252 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2015 122,757 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 122,757 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 114,049 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 104,915 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 102,770 miles

os wiper smearing slightly.

Fail 22 Apr 2013 102,710 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

os wiper smearing slightly.

osf tyre ON MOT LIMIT! 225/45*17Y

removed obstruction to view from interior mirror.

Fail 17 Apr 2012 87,684 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

all tyres around 3mm

Pass 17 Apr 2012 87,684 miles

all tyres around 3mm

Pass 7 Apr 2011 71,260 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 71,260 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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 19 Apr 2010 57,447 miles

both rear brake discs in poor condition,

Pass 15 Feb 2010 57,404 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 46,024 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 46,022 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 34,633 miles

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

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

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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FE05 WRK is a 2005 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 FE05 WRK, 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 FE05 WRK registered?

FE05 WRK is a 2005 Volvo V70, first registered on 9 March 2005.

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The MOT history for FE05 WRK shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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