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OY05 HXM

2005 Volvo C70

Grey Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

51,839 mi
Last recorded51,839 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Volvo C7063,802 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY05 HXM
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 51,839 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2025 51,106 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 50,498 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Dec 2022 50,414 miles

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

both rear tyres slight perishing outer tread area & outer walls

o/s/f steering lock bump stop insecure

Pass 28 Oct 2021 47,861 miles

BATTERY DISCHARGED

Fail 28 Oct 2021 47,861 miles

BATTERY DISCHARGED

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 45,804 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 44,714 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 41,222 miles
Fail 2 May 2017 41,222 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2016 37,421 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Play in offside front steering arm.

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 34,029 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 31,985 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 30,379 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 28,629 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 26,953 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 24,073 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 18 Mar 2009 21,395 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)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 21,395 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 19,288 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo C70?

Based on 351,562 MOT tests across 21,746 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
4,929
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
21,746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,186
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,456
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,364
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5,005
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,837
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OY05 HXM is a 2005 Volvo C70 in Grey with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2005 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 63,802 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo C70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,186 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OY05 HXM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo C70 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Volvo C70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OY05 HXM?

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What year was OY05 HXM registered?

OY05 HXM is a 2005 Volvo C70, first registered on 10 March 2005.

Is OY05 HXM safe to buy?

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