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PJ55 UMU

2005 Volvo XC70

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

174,939 mi
Last recorded174,939 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC70113,506 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ55 UMU
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2022 174,939 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 168,648 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2021 168,648 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 165,288 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 161,407 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 153,501 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 144,362 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 179,404 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 134,673 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 126,392 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 118,452 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2013 110,029 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 100,994 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 91,508 miles

Both rear discs slightly pitted and worn

Pass 20 Dec 2010 77,442 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

advise front brake disc's slightly worn

advise rear brake disc's slightly worn

Pass 17 Dec 2009 61,088 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 47,211 miles

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

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

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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PJ55 UMU 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 94.1%.

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 PJ55 UMU, 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 PJ55 UMU registered?

PJ55 UMU is a 2005 Volvo XC70, first registered on 28 December 2005.

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