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OE54 XCN

2005 Volvo XC70

Green Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

234,431 mi
Last recorded234,431 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC70113,506 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE54 XCN
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 234,431 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Dec 2024 223,250 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2024 211,798 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 200,952 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 189,458 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 179,478 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 171,974 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2020 171,953 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2019 159,117 miles

Handbrake travel high

Fail 25 Jan 2019 159,117 miles

Body component damaged and likely to cause injury Front grill (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Handbrake travel high

Pass 10 Jan 2018 144,819 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 129,201 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 115,460 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 103,846 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 14 Jan 2014 101,320 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 14 Jan 2013 93,862 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 84,135 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 72,864 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 61,754 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2010 61,754 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2009 43,436 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 30,428 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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OE54 XCN is a 2005 Volvo XC70 in Green with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 OE54 XCN, 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 OE54 XCN registered?

OE54 XCN is a 2005 Volvo XC70, first registered on 31 January 2005.

Is OE54 XCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE54 XCN shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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