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V70 EJS

2005 Volvo V70

Silver Petrol 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

54,737 mi
Last recorded54,737 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Volvo V70109,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV70 EJS
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 54,737 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2025 54,736 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2024 51,908 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack in lower nearside of windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2023 45,833 miles

Nearside Front tyre has cuts inner sidewall

Nearside windscreen cracked, lower

Offside Front tyre has cuts inner sidewall

Pass 5 Sep 2022 45,136 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 44,225 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 43,549 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 42,840 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 41,373 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 40,492 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 39,564 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 37,362 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 35,946 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 33,099 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 30,149 miles

n/s/r tyre on inner edge has a crack in sidewall, WOULD CHANGE

Pass 6 May 2011 25,960 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 21,509 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 18,116 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 13,268 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 13,268 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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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V70 EJS is a 2005 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,401cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 V70 EJS, 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

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What year was V70 EJS registered?

V70 EJS is a 2005 Volvo V70, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is V70 EJS safe to buy?

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