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FP55 FRO

2005 Volvo XC70

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

121,436 mi
Last recorded121,436 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC70113,506 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 FRO
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2018 121,436 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 108,047 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 95,148 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 79,814 miles

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

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 6 Nov 2015 79,811 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 65,438 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2014 65,438 miles

Nearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 54,220 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 54,219 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 40,711 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 31,996 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 23,427 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 18,902 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 15,404 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2008 15,404 miles

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

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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FP55 FRO is a 2005 Volvo XC70 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2005 Volvo XC70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 113,506 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 FP55 FRO, 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 FP55 FRO registered?

FP55 FRO is a 2005 Volvo XC70, first registered on 3 December 2005.

Is FP55 FRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP55 FRO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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