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RA05 YHG

2005 Volvo C70

Grey Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

38,139 mi
Last recorded38,139 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Volvo C7063,802 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA05 YHG
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2025 38,139 miles
Fail 28 May 2025 38,139 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 38,101 miles

both front suspension arm bushes perish

front discs

Pass 9 Jul 2021 37,926 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2020 37,706 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 37,253 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 35,868 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2017 34,379 miles

All four tyres slightly wearing low from edges

Both front anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint

Pass 3 May 2016 32,909 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 32,094 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 29,988 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 28,467 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2012 26,803 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2011 24,668 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 22,554 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 19,558 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 18,731 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 18,731 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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RA05 YHG is a 2005 Volvo C70 in Grey with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RA05 YHG, 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

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What year was RA05 YHG registered?

RA05 YHG is a 2005 Volvo C70, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is RA05 YHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA05 YHG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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