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LS55 VEM

2005 Volvo XC70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

199,964 mi
Last recorded199,964 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC70113,506 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS55 VEM
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 199,964 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 196,836 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 193,327 miles
Fail 23 May 2023 193,309 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2022 183,290 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 177,132 miles
Fail 5 May 2021 177,063 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2017 164,559 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 164,451 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2015 155,399 miles

Both rear D bushes have slight play

Pass 17 Sep 2014 142,263 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 142,262 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Sep 2013 125,597 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 111,127 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 111,127 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 96,775 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 80,044 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 63,619 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2008 50,114 miles

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

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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LS55 VEM is a 2005 Volvo XC70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LS55 VEM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LS55 VEM registered?

LS55 VEM is a 2005 Volvo XC70, first registered on 14 December 2005.

Is LS55 VEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS55 VEM shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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