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GC65 BGO

2016 Volvo XC90

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

155,798 mi
Last recorded155,798 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Volvo XC9061,369 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGC65 BGO
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,969cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 155,798 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Fail 23 Apr 2026 155,798 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 11 Apr 2025 148,436 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 138,951 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 131,253 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 121,159 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 107,818 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 93,119 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2018 93,119 miles

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative reservoir low (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

How Reliable is the Volvo XC90?

Based on 1,122,947 MOT tests across 82,375 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
8,281
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
82,375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23,030
position lamp(s) not working 22,417
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21,465
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,860
Registration plate lamp not working 14,842
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GC65 BGO is a 2016 Volvo XC90 in Black with a 1,969cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 Volvo XC90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 61,369 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 XC90 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 23,030 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GC65 BGO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC90 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 10 years old, this Volvo XC90 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GC65 BGO registered?

GC65 BGO is a 2016 Volvo XC90, first registered on 29 January 2016.

Is GC65 BGO safe to buy?

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