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RJ55 XCE

2005 Volvo XC70

Green Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

254,071 mi
Last recorded254,071 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC70113,506 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ55 XCE
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2019 254,071 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 242,626 miles

free play in nsf rack end

Pass 5 Apr 2017 232,455 miles

Exhaust centre section corroded casing and joint to front

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)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 220,670 miles

Exhaust centre section slightly corroded outer casing

Nearside inner rack joint slight free-play

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

Fail 5 Apr 2016 220,670 miles

Exhaust centre section slightly corroded outer casing

Nearside inner rack joint slight free-play

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2015 207,869 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 207,869 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2014 195,442 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 183,459 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2012 168,842 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 156,007 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2010 142,943 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 127,471 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 89,577 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2008 89,577 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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RJ55 XCE is a 2005 Volvo XC70 in Green with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RJ55 XCE, 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 RJ55 XCE registered?

RJ55 XCE is a 2005 Volvo XC70, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is RJ55 XCE safe to buy?

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