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VX05 CHG

2005 Volvo V70

White Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

178,558 mi
Last recorded178,558 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Volvo V70109,962 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 CHG
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 178,558 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount rough (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 178,542 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake efficiency only just met. 16%.

Pass 29 Sep 2015 178,336 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 177,335 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2012 176,121 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 176,121 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 173,681 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 166,015 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 14 Jul 2009 160,565 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 160,565 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2008 148,352 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2008 148,348 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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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VX05 CHG is a 2005 Volvo V70 in White with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 VX05 CHG, 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 VX05 CHG registered?

VX05 CHG is a 2005 Volvo V70, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is VX05 CHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX05 CHG shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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