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LA55 XBR

2005 Volvo XC70

Grey Petrol 3192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

136,505 mi
Last recorded136,505 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC70113,506 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA55 XBR
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,192cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2021 136,505 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 128,908 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 117,645 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 117,643 miles

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

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 107,625 miles

Central Rear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Fail 10 Apr 2018 107,625 miles

Central Rear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

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

Pass 4 Apr 2017 98,695 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2016 90,549 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2015 80,454 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Apr 2015 80,454 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2014 71,398 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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LA55 XBR is a 2005 Volvo XC70 in Grey with a 3,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 LA55 XBR, 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 LA55 XBR registered?

LA55 XBR is a 2005 Volvo XC70, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is LA55 XBR safe to buy?

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