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WD55 ABU

2005 Volvo V70

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

205,799 mi
Last recorded205,799 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Volvo V70109,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD55 ABU
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2016 205,799 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 197,043 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush wishbone bush split (2.5.A.1c)

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

Fail 10 Nov 2015 197,043 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high image dull (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high image dull (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush wishbone bush split (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2014 187,488 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2014 187,488 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 176,988 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2012 167,040 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 167,040 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 12 Oct 2011 154,480 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 154,480 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 145,495 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 141,974 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 132,265 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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WD55 ABU is a 2005 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 WD55 ABU, 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 WD55 ABU registered?

WD55 ABU is a 2005 Volvo V70, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is WD55 ABU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WD55 ABU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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