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FG55 FMV

2005 Volvo V70

Blue Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

100,997 mi
Last recorded100,997 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Volvo V70109,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 FMV
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2019 100,997 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 96,842 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 95,826 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush lower arm front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush lower arm front bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 93,392 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 91,287 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2013 87,364 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 81,803 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 75,669 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 68,639 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 68,625 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2008 54,265 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 FMV is a 2005 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FMV, 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 FMV registered?

FG55 FMV is a 2005 Volvo V70, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is FG55 FMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG55 FMV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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