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OE05 EGU

2005 Volvo XC70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

132,659 mi
Last recorded132,659 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC70113,506 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE05 EGU
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2022 132,659 miles

Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

vehicle under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 15 Oct 2022 132,659 miles

Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

vehicle under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 20 Aug 2021 132,047 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2020 120,613 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in the windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2020 120,530 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both front (4.1.2 (c))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front (3.5 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both rear (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in the windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 108,757 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2018 95,180 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 83,387 miles

both head light glasses dirty /// damp in side

Fail 24 Mar 2017 83,387 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working bulb out (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working no side light (1.1.A.3b)

both head light glasses dirty /// damp in side

Pass 6 Apr 2016 75,091 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2016 75,091 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 64,846 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 64,846 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2014 52,678 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 50,180 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jul 2012 45,659 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jun 2011 39,721 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 33,877 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 26,721 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 May 2008 22,038 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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OE05 EGU is a 2005 Volvo XC70 in Blue 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 OE05 EGU, 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 OE05 EGU registered?

OE05 EGU is a 2005 Volvo XC70, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is OE05 EGU safe to buy?

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