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PV55 GBX

2005 Volvo XC70

Blue Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

177,734 mi
Last recorded177,734 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2024
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC70113,506 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPV55 GBX
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2024 177,734 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 155,215 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jun 2022 155,161 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 128,430 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 125,143 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2018 120,768 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 115,882 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 110,799 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 104,102 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2014 98,510 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 93,691 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 86,240 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 80,540 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 75,399 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 69,479 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 55,342 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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PV55 GBX is a 2005 Volvo XC70 in Blue with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 PV55 GBX, 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 PV55 GBX registered?

PV55 GBX is a 2005 Volvo XC70, first registered on 15 December 2005.

Is PV55 GBX safe to buy?

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