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OV05 PJY

2005 Volvo XC70

Red Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

131,483 mi
Last recorded131,483 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC70113,506 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV05 PJY
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 131,483 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2025 124,792 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2024 118,311 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2023 110,986 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front headlamp lenses faded but light pattern still okay (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2022 101,183 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlamp lenses faded (light aim still okay) (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm on outer/middle of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in screen - does not adversely affect drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 95,430 miles

centre exhaust box starting to rust

front brake discs inner surfaces starting to rust

front/ rear suspension coil springs and front/ rear antiroll bars starting to rust

rear inner brake pads worn low

rear screen washer jet not working

rear suspension lower arms inner bushes starting to split/ wear

small stone chips in front windscreen

Pass 1 Jun 2020 92,720 miles

front brake discs inner surfaces starting to rust

front/ rear suspension coil springs and front/ rear antiroll bars starting to rust

nearside front tyre tread worn to 2mm and outer edge worn low

offside front wiper blade rubber starting to split/ wear

rear suspension lower arms inner bushes starting to split/ wear

Pass 3 Jun 2019 89,472 miles

both front brake discs starting to rust on inner surfaces

front/ rear suspension coil springs and front/ rear antiroll bars starting to rust

Pass 5 Jun 2018 84,562 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 84,562 miles

Nearside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 78,129 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 70,924 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 63,000 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 53,076 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 53,076 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 44,622 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt (Left hand Rear)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 10 Jun 2013 44,622 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt (Left hand Rear)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 38,310 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Jun 2012 38,310 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 30,138 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 29,312 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 26,650 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 24,173 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 20,300 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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OV05 PJY is a 2005 Volvo XC70 in Red with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PJY, 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 PJY registered?

OV05 PJY is a 2005 Volvo XC70, first registered on 29 April 2005.

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