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RV55 MZE

2005 Volvo XC70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

176,113 mi
Last recorded176,113 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2024
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC70113,506 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV55 MZE
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2024 176,113 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2023 175,106 miles

Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 170,830 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre worn on outter edges and getting low.

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

Offside Front tyre worn on inner and outter edges.

Offside tyre worn on outter edges and getting low on tread.

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

Fail 19 Nov 2021 170,830 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear tyre worn on outter edges and getting low.

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

Offside tyre worn on outter edges and getting low on tread.

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

Pass 23 Nov 2020 156,831 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 147,019 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 139,937 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 130,575 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 119,543 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 110,255 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 103,443 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2013 95,009 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 87,761 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 83,398 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear ex bracket broken[1 of 2]

Pass 23 Apr 2012 83,398 miles

rear ex bracket broken[1 of 2]

Pass 19 Apr 2011 72,152 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 72,152 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

advise front discs rusty on inner faces

Pass 20 Apr 2010 59,328 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 46,794 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 36,022 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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RV55 MZE is a 2005 Volvo XC70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 RV55 MZE, 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 RV55 MZE registered?

RV55 MZE is a 2005 Volvo XC70, first registered on 8 September 2005.

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