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SW55 DVR

2005 Volvo V70

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,061 mi
Last recorded84,061 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2011
Typical for 2005 Volvo V70109,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW55 DVR
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2011 84,061 miles

front brake discs deteriorated

Fail 30 Nov 2011 84,061 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

front brake discs deteriorated

Pass 4 Feb 2010 62,611 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 51,601 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 DVR is a 2005 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DVR, 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.

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How do I check the history of SW55 DVR?

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What year was SW55 DVR registered?

SW55 DVR is a 2005 Volvo V70, first registered on 19 December 2005.

Is SW55 DVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW55 DVR shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SW55 DVR have outstanding finance?

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