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HG55 UBM

2006 Volvo XC70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

141,858 mi
Last recorded141,858 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Volvo XC70105,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG55 UBM
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 141,858 miles

Centre exhaust silencer corroded

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Play in nearside front steering rack arm

Fail 15 Jan 2026 141,858 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Centre exhaust silencer corroded

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Play in nearside front steering rack arm

Pass 20 Jan 2025 137,543 miles

Centre exhaust section poor condition / corroded

Fail 20 Jan 2025 137,543 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Centre exhaust section poor condition / corroded

Pass 1 Feb 2024 133,960 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

anti skid message on dash

Fail 30 Jan 2024 133,958 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick disc showing signs of overheating (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

anti skid message on dash

handbrake adjustment required

Pass 8 Feb 2023 130,730 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Feb 2023 130,730 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 124,812 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2022 124,812 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 215/65/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 122,398 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 120,208 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 115,215 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 109,184 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 103,773 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 97,864 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 95,285 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 87,448 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 76,326 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 65,266 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jan 2011 57,321 miles

Both nearside front and rear tyres worn to 5mm

Corrosion to center exhaust mounting bracket

Front brake pads apporx half worn, discs lipped

Front plastic grill damaged, no sharp edges

Offside front door mirror cover damaged

Fail 19 Jan 2011 57,321 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Both nearside front and rear tyres worn to 5mm

Corrosion to center exhaust mounting bracket

Front brake pads apporx half worn, discs lipped

Front plastic grill damaged, no sharp edges

Offside front door mirror cover damaged

Pass 8 Jan 2010 47,756 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 36,740 miles

rear brake discs rusty

Fail 30 Jan 2009 36,740 miles

rear brake discs rusty

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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HG55 UBM is a 2006 Volvo XC70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HG55 UBM, 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.

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What year was HG55 UBM registered?

HG55 UBM is a 2006 Volvo XC70, first registered on 31 January 2006.

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