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OV55 GVZ

2005 Volvo XC70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

177,040 mi
Last recorded177,040 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC70113,506 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV55 GVZ
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2018 177,040 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jan 2017 163,679 miles

centre silencer poor condition

rear brake discs corroded

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 19 Jan 2016 147,332 miles

Centre Front Silencer casing corrosion /delaminating.

Pass 15 Jan 2015 130,991 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Jan 2015 130,991 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jan 2014 112,252 miles

exhaust center box badly corroded

Fail 8 Jan 2014 112,252 miles

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

exhaust center box badly corroded

Pass 28 Sep 2012 89,614 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 72,790 miles

nearside front tyre slightly worn

offside rear tyre incorrectly repaired

Fail 21 Jul 2011 72,790 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

nearside front tyre slightly worn

offside rear tyre incorrectly repaired

Pass 23 Jul 2010 59,563 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 59,521 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 49,376 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 42,622 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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OV55 GVZ is a 2005 Volvo XC70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OV55 GVZ, 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 OV55 GVZ registered?

OV55 GVZ is a 2005 Volvo XC70, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is OV55 GVZ safe to buy?

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