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YA55 FBU

2005 Volvo V70

Gold Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

145,249 mi
Last recorded145,249 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volvo V70109,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA55 FBU
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 145,249 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Apr 2025 143,081 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 27 Mar 2024 140,628 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 137,980 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside rear tyre inner & outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside rear tyre outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

nearside rear coil spring slight corrosion

offside rear tyre cracking outer wall

Pass 23 Apr 2022 135,575 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 121,538 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on outer edge

coil spring corroded all slightly (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 117,794 miles

Offside Front side marker bulb not working

engine underside trays obscuring view.

underbonnet cover fitted obscuring view.

Pass 4 Aug 2015 114,489 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 110,502 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 106,037 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Aug 2012 101,423 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jul 2011 97,999 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2011 97,999 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2010 95,593 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 89,833 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 89,755 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 85,083 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2008 85,083 miles

Headlamp aim too high (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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YA55 FBU is a 2005 Volvo V70 in Gold with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YA55 FBU, 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 YA55 FBU registered?

YA55 FBU is a 2005 Volvo V70, first registered on 23 December 2005.

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The MOT history for YA55 FBU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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