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FG55 ETD

2005 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

164,766 mi
Last recorded164,766 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Volvo V70109,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 ETD
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2016 164,766 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 164,766 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 156,373 miles

areas of exhaust system rusting

bit of undercutting to front brake discs

hint of play nearside steering rack balljoint

stonechips to windscreen

Pass 11 Jun 2014 143,531 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

O/S/F brake binding

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 125,849 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 108,053 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2012 108,053 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 92,889 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

suspect front brake discs worn to limit

Pass 4 Jun 2010 74,842 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 74,842 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 54,825 miles

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

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)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 47,437 miles

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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FG55 ETD is a 2005 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FG55 ETD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FG55 ETD registered?

FG55 ETD is a 2005 Volvo V70, first registered on 20 October 2005.

Is FG55 ETD safe to buy?

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