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LC55 YME

2005 Volvo XC70

Gold Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

178,319 mi
Last recorded178,319 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC70113,506 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC55 YME
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2023 178,319 miles

Nearside Front Rigid brake pipe slightly swelled

Nearside Rear Back box exhaust support corroded

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

Offside Front Rigid brake pipe slightly swelled

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

Pass 18 Jan 2022 173,869 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 169,572 miles

Offside Rear side-marker not working.

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

Pass 20 Jan 2020 165,979 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2018 159,696 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 152,642 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2017 152,642 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 146,128 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Fail 17 Nov 2016 146,128 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2015 138,914 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 131,303 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2014 131,302 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 123,084 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2013 123,084 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 114,295 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

osr shock sweating slightly.

Fail 14 Nov 2012 114,295 miles

Offside Front Fluid suspension leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

osr shock sweating slightly.

Pass 11 Nov 2011 106,065 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 99,032 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 92,369 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 86,602 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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LC55 YME is a 2005 Volvo XC70 in Gold with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LC55 YME, 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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LC55 YME is a 2005 Volvo XC70, first registered on 10 December 2005.

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