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OV05 FLJ

2005 Volvo XC70

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

175,346 mi
Last recorded175,346 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC70113,506 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV05 FLJ
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2021 175,346 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 164,610 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2019 156,255 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2019 156,251 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2018 144,438 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 134,211 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 120,060 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 113,390 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 107,106 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 98,794 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 90,854 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2012 90,854 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 88,515 miles

rear exhaust mounting broken

Fail 8 Feb 2012 88,515 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

rear exhaust mounting broken

Pass 5 Feb 2011 79,531 miles

centre exhaust hanger heavy corrosion

Pass 30 Nov 2009 54,084 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 69,090 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

baby seat fitted near side rear

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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OV05 FLJ is a 2005 Volvo XC70 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 OV05 FLJ, 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 OV05 FLJ registered?

OV05 FLJ is a 2005 Volvo XC70, first registered on 12 April 2005.

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