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V2 HBO

2005 Volvo V70

Grey Petrol 2520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

201,376 mi
Last recorded201,376 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Volvo V70109,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV2 HBO
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,520cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 201,376 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 1 May 2026 201,376 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 May 2025 187,407 miles
Fail 22 May 2025 187,406 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested Driveshaft bolt missing (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Drive shaft securing bolt missing (6.1.7 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 16 May 2025 187,303 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 May 2024 171,094 miles

Offside Front Inner driveshaft/gearbox oil seal slight leak

slight oil leak

Fail 24 Apr 2024 170,774 miles

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

Fuel cap sealing device split into 2 pieces and perishing

Pass 8 May 2023 150,514 miles

Offside Front Inner driveshaft/gearbox oil seal slight leak

fuel cap sealing rubber perished

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 13 May 2022 121,060 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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V2 HBO is a 2005 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V2 HBO, 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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What year was V2 HBO registered?

V2 HBO is a 2005 Volvo V70, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is V2 HBO safe to buy?

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