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SW05 AWF

2005 Volvo XC70

Green Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

190,087 mi
Last recorded190,087 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC70113,506 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW05 AWF
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 190,087 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (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))

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear underside axle and suspension arms (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 183,907 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2023 179,509 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

both front headlamp lenses deteriorated

Pass 16 Aug 2022 172,550 miles

advice on further look at front brake discs and brakes

advice on further look at n/s/r hand brake

advice on heavy surface corrosion at front rear axles suspension and underside all over

advice on n/s/f headlight condition needs slight polish

advice slight noise at front drive shafts

Fail 13 Aug 2022 172,484 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

advice on further look at front brake discs and brakes

advice on further look at n/s/r hand brake

advice on heavy surface corrosion at front rear axles suspension and underside all over

advice on n/s/f headlight condition needs slight polish

advice slight noise at front drive shafts

Pass 4 Aug 2021 161,729 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 152,523 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 147,109 miles

MIDDLE SILENCER OUTER CASING CORRODED.

Nearside Rear Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 141,814 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine cover and underside tray fitted obscuring some components

Fail 1 Aug 2018 141,812 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine cover and underside tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 31 Jul 2017 138,894 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 129,357 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 113,792 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 99,992 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 86,758 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 75,103 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 62,050 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 50,591 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 40,529 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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SW05 AWF is a 2005 Volvo XC70 in Green with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 SW05 AWF, 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 SW05 AWF registered?

SW05 AWF is a 2005 Volvo XC70, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is SW05 AWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW05 AWF shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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