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LM05 VRL

2005 Volvo XC90

Blue Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

123,992 mi
Last recorded123,992 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC90106,315 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM05 VRL
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc
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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 123,992 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 120,104 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 115,124 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2022 110,241 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 106,459 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 101,337 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 96,969 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2019 96,969 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 91,044 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 84,532 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 79,129 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 73,483 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2014 69,150 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 69,150 miles

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

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

Rear tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 12 Jun 2013 63,071 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 57,084 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 57,080 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 47,944 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 37,331 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 28,051 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2008 20,308 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo XC90?

Based on 1,122,947 MOT tests across 82,375 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
8,281
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
82,375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23,030
position lamp(s) not working 22,417
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21,465
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,860
Registration plate lamp not working 14,842
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LM05 VRL is a 2005 Volvo XC90 in Blue with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Volvo XC90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 106,315 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo XC90 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 23,030 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LM05 VRL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC90 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Volvo XC90 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LM05 VRL registered?

LM05 VRL is a 2005 Volvo XC90, first registered on 12 July 2005.

Is LM05 VRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM05 VRL shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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