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RV05 TVK

2005 Volvo XC70

Red Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

200,711 mi
Last recorded200,711 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC70113,506 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV05 TVK
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2022 200,711 miles

both front head lamps diss-coloured.

centre exhaust outer layer rusty.

engine under tray fitted unable to fully inspect vehicle.

front number plate damaged.

n/s/f shock light oil misting.

n/s/f tyre slightly worn inner and outer edges.

no rear reverse lights working.

o/s/f tyre slightly worn inner and outer edges.

o/s/r shock light oil misting.

oil mist steering rack area on the o/s.

slight free play detected in the steering on the o/s.

Pass 1 Jul 2021 184,830 miles

both front head lamps diss-coloured.

centre exhaust outer layer rusty.

engine under tray fitted unable to fully inspect vehicle.

oil mist n/s/f shock.

Pass 25 Jun 2020 169,363 miles

engine under tray fitted unable to fully inspect.

hand brake lever pulls high.

n/s/f shock oil leak.

rear brake discs rusty lip.

tailgate open light on dash.

Fail 15 Jun 2020 169,263 miles

Offside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Power steering component leaking from steering rack area on the o/s. (2.1.5 (a))

engine under tray fitted unable to fully inspect.

hand brake lever pulls high.

n/s/f shock oil leak.

rear brake discs rusty lip.

tailgate open light on dash.

Pass 5 Jul 2019 156,515 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2019 156,515 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake performance not tested due to drive shaft. (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft likely to become detached (6.1.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jun 2018 142,062 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 135,028 miles

both front inner brake disc faces deteriated

Pass 28 Jul 2016 128,734 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside front- inner faces (3.5.1i)

offside and nearside headlamp images/ patterns are slightly deteriorated

under trays obscuring inspection of some components

Fail 26 Jul 2016 128,733 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside front- inner faces (3.5.1i)

offside and nearside headlamp images/ patterns are slightly deteriorated

under trays obscuring inspection of some components

Pass 27 Jul 2015 122,289 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 113,333 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear tyre is slightly perished / cracked

Pass 25 Jul 2013 106,600 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 99,146 miles

13 pin trailer socket indicatorr ont operating as intended

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Jul 2012 99,139 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

13 pin trailer socket indicatorr ont operating as intended

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jul 2011 91,796 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 91,791 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 82,091 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2009 74,766 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 66,982 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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RV05 TVK is a 2005 Volvo XC70 in Red with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RV05 TVK, 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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RV05 TVK is a 2005 Volvo XC70, first registered on 29 June 2005.

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