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RF55 XAE

2005 Volvo XC70

Grey Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Dec 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

173,605 mi
Last recorded173,605 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC70113,506 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF55 XAE
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 173,605 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Dec 2025 173,605 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Dec 2024 164,432 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 23 Dec 2024 164,432 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2023 152,746 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

n/s/ & o/s/f shocks leaking slightly

o/s/r shock sensor crodded

Pass 19 Dec 2022 144,381 miles

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

n/s/r light slightly cracked

oil leak

Pass 21 Dec 2021 136,937 miles

bad oil leak under vehicle

Fail 21 Dec 2021 136,937 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

bad oil leak under vehicle

Pass 24 Dec 2020 128,711 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 119,110 miles

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

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

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

Fail 20 Jun 2019 119,109 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides. (4.1.2 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides. (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides. (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2018 111,476 miles

Both front lower rear wishbone bushes deteriorated

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre outer worn also nail in tyre

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 102,529 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 93,359 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 84,881 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 74,915 miles

offside front tyre wearing on edge..

Pass 15 Aug 2013 63,651 miles

FRont No plate cracked

NEarside door mirror damaged..

Pass 8 Oct 2012 59,498 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s mirror housing damaged

Pass 12 Oct 2011 54,380 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 46,268 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 46,265 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2009 37,205 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2008 27,792 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

small stone chips in windscreen

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 XAE is a 2005 Volvo XC70 in Grey with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 RF55 XAE, 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 RF55 XAE registered?

RF55 XAE is a 2005 Volvo XC70, first registered on 1 November 2005.

Is RF55 XAE safe to buy?

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