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FG55 XHE

2005 Volvo XC70

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

123,994 mi
Last recorded123,994 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC70113,506 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 XHE
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2020 123,994 miles

oil leak at rear differential area

Fail 16 Oct 2020 123,992 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

oil leak at rear differential area

some wear and corrosion to front brake discs

Pass 10 Apr 2019 103,368 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 91,610 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 83,563 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 83,563 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both Front (8.2.2)

Offside Front marker light not working

Pass 18 Oct 2016 80,900 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 74,143 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 66,536 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 59,511 miles

Centre exhaust support hangers corroded/fractured

Front brake pads 85% worn

Inner working surfaces of front brake discs corroded

Pass 4 Oct 2012 51,849 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 44,205 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2011 44,203 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 36,964 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 29,698 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 20,819 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo XC70?

Based on 361,836 MOT tests across 23,034 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,931
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
23,034
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 4,853
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,268
Registration plate lamp not working 3,654
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,754
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,697
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FG55 XHE is a 2005 Volvo XC70 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2005 Volvo XC70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 113,506 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo XC70 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 4,853 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG55 XHE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC70 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Volvo XC70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FG55 XHE registered?

FG55 XHE is a 2005 Volvo XC70, first registered on 28 October 2005.

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