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XJL 552

2005 Volvo V70

Green Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

267,144 mi
Last recorded267,144 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Volvo V70109,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJL 552
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 267,144 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2025 266,377 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 264,353 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 261,309 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 258,784 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 255,298 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 252,448 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 247,024 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 239,527 miles

Offside Front Inner tyre cut in side wall

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner tread

Pass 4 Feb 2017 232,937 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 225,651 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 217,328 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 209,314 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 200,390 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 192,217 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2012 192,173 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2011 164,746 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 138,901 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 112,212 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 83,808 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 83,225 miles

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside rear tyre is worn on outer edge and is close to legal limit across the central three quarters

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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XJL 552 is a 2005 Volvo V70 in Green with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 XJL 552, 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 XJL 552 registered?

XJL 552 is a 2005 Volvo V70, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is XJL 552 safe to buy?

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