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GX55 RXR

2006 Volvo XC70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

222,989 mi
Last recorded222,989 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 2006 Volvo XC70105,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 RXR
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 222,989 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 216,239 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 211,500 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 205,188 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 198,787 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 193,972 miles

slight play both sides front lower arm bushs

Pass 26 Jun 2019 188,757 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear exhaust bracket broken but still supported

Pass 16 Jun 2018 172,346 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 156,907 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 142,487 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s/f wheel bearing slight grumble but could be diff

Pass 27 Jun 2015 118,334 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 103,882 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Dec 2013 97,540 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 87,247 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 75,842 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 64,614 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 11 Jan 2011 64,613 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 54,628 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 41,990 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 RXR is a 2006 Volvo XC70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2006 Volvo XC70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 105,810 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 RXR, 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 20 years old, this Volvo XC70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX55 RXR registered?

GX55 RXR is a 2006 Volvo XC70, first registered on 20 January 2006.

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