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GX55 LTJ

2005 Volvo XC70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

259,425 mi
Last recorded259,425 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC70113,506 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 LTJ
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 259,425 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 233,438 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 207,273 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2023 207,273 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2022 181,561 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 130,382 miles

Front headlights lens in poor codition , leaned for MOT

Fail 3 Sep 2020 130,382 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced headlights contaminated on outside lens (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced headlights contaminated on outside lens (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working top (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 109,819 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2019 109,819 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jun 2018 93,396 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 86,168 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2016 76,125 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 67,718 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 59,964 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 52,403 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 43,084 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 34,377 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 24,710 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 16,340 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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GX55 LTJ is a 2005 Volvo XC70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 GX55 LTJ, 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 GX55 LTJ registered?

GX55 LTJ is a 2005 Volvo XC70, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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