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RF55 NXW

2005 Volvo XC70

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2024
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

127,216 mi
Last recorded127,216 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC70113,506 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF55 NXW
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2023 127,216 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2023 127,214 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 119,167 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Sep 2022 119,167 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 104,758 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2021 104,757 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 94,623 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 85,186 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 67,931 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 65,052 miles

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 9 Nov 2017 65,052 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 8 Nov 2016 60,709 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear tyres inner edges (4.1.E.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (3.5.1i)

Fail 8 Nov 2016 60,709 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear tyres inner edges (4.1.E.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 56,109 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2014 52,307 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Nov 2014 52,307 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2013 48,565 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 44,574 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Oct 2012 44,574 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 40,274 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2011 40,274 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 35,604 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 29,377 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2008 21,484 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 21,484 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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RF55 NXW is a 2005 Volvo XC70 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 RF55 NXW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RF55 NXW registered?

RF55 NXW is a 2005 Volvo XC70, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is RF55 NXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF55 NXW shows 25 tests with a 64% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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