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YP05 FLN

2005 Volvo V70

Gold Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

155,940 mi
Last recorded155,940 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volvo V70109,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP05 FLN
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 155,940 miles

Upper Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Apr 2026 155,935 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sub frame mounts bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sub frame mount bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 146,216 miles

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

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Ns and os (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 135,646 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output o/s + n/s (4.1.4 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s + n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 125,368 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Mar 2023 125,356 miles

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system grabbing severely (1.3.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed needs 4 wheel alignment (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 117,964 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 110,288 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 106,187 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 99,982 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 91,379 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 83,977 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 76,626 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 70,390 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 70,390 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2014 64,099 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 58,280 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 53,054 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)

Pass 24 May 2011 46,716 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 38,388 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 27,681 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 16,564 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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YP05 FLN is a 2005 Volvo V70 in Gold with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 YP05 FLN, 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.

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What year was YP05 FLN registered?

YP05 FLN is a 2005 Volvo V70, first registered on 29 April 2005.

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