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VT54 JCB

2005 Volvo V70

Grey Petrol 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

66,090 mi
Last recorded66,090 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volvo V70109,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVT54 JCB
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 66,090 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 64,189 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 62,174 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2023 59,162 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 57,384 miles

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

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Mar 2021 54,829 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2020 53,117 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 49,135 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2018 45,093 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 41,933 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 40,984 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 40,179 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 40,177 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 36,610 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 34,073 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 31,725 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2008 31,725 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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VT54 JCB is a 2005 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,401cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 VT54 JCB, 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 VT54 JCB registered?

VT54 JCB is a 2005 Volvo V70, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is VT54 JCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VT54 JCB shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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