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NH05 VJV

2005 Volvo XC70

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

178,552 mi
Last recorded178,552 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC70113,506 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNH05 VJV
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 178,552 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2025 178,550 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Jul 2024 163,654 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2009 56,862 miles

front number plate cracked

Pass 22 Aug 2008 43,788 miles

emissions too low to register

front number plater cracked

nsr tyre cut outer wall - unable to determine depth

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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NH05 VJV is a 2005 Volvo XC70 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NH05 VJV, 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

How do I check the history of NH05 VJV?

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What year was NH05 VJV registered?

NH05 VJV is a 2005 Volvo XC70, first registered on 23 August 2005.

Is NH05 VJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NH05 VJV shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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