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SW55 AFZ

2005 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

139,391 mi
Last recorded139,391 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 Volvo V70109,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW55 AFZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2021 139,391 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 136,703 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2020 136,696 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 May 2019 132,858 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 129,745 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 125,805 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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 15 Feb 2016 122,150 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 116,282 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 112,794 miles

exhaust has slight corrosion

Pass 4 Sep 2013 107,743 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 99,817 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 99,764 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2011 92,202 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 84,457 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2009 76,680 miles

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

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

fuel filter damp

nearside front spot light not working

sills not checked due to sill covers fitted

wheel alignment req checking due to both front tyres wearing on the inside edge

Pass 27 Aug 2008 68,676 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo V70?

Based on 1,930,508 MOT tests across 117,393 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
7,266
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
117,393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,106
position lamp(s) not working 56,250
Registration plate lamp not working 44,172
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 35,659
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,149
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SW55 AFZ is a 2005 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2005 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 109,962 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo V70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SW55 AFZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V70 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 21 years old, this Volvo V70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SW55 AFZ?

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What year was SW55 AFZ registered?

SW55 AFZ is a 2005 Volvo V70, first registered on 8 December 2005.

Is SW55 AFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW55 AFZ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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