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LT05 PPV

2005 Volvo XC70

Gold Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

43,362 mi
Last recorded43,362 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC70113,506 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT05 PPV
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 43,362 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 42,398 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 41,612 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 40,936 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 39,842 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 39,128 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2021 39,128 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 38,590 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 37,818 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 36,858 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 36,176 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 35,405 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 34,231 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 33,407 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Feb 2013 31,249 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 26,076 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 23,764 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 22,264 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 18,498 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 13,225 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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LT05 PPV is a 2005 Volvo XC70 in Gold with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 LT05 PPV, 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 LT05 PPV registered?

LT05 PPV is a 2005 Volvo XC70, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is LT05 PPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT05 PPV shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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