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VU05 AOJ

2005 Volvo V70

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

316,768 mi
Last recorded316,768 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Volvo V70109,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 AOJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2017 316,768 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) excessive ()

Pass 31 Jul 2015 312,362 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 308,917 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s steering rack end slight play

Fail 30 Jul 2014 308,905 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s steering rack end slight play

Pass 8 Jul 2013 303,223 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 295,626 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 286,897 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 264,883 miles

Airbag light on

Rear tyres tread stepped

Fail 31 Mar 2010 264,833 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Airbag light on

Rear tyres tread stepped

Pass 26 Mar 2009 207,918 miles

STRONG ADVISE - Front discs worn

STRONG ADVISE - Rear tyres worn edges and tread stepped

Pass 3 Apr 2008 172,663 miles

Air filter assembly is completely insecure and may be fouling on hidden components

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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VU05 AOJ is a 2005 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VU05 AOJ, 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 VU05 AOJ registered?

VU05 AOJ is a 2005 Volvo V70, first registered on 27 April 2005.

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