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YR05 WLL

2005 Volvo XC90

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests32 (19 pass, 13 fail)
Pass rate59.4%

Mileage

153,867 mi
Last recorded153,867 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC90106,315 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR05 WLL
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

19 pass 13 fail
Fail 4 Aug 2026 153,867 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Parking brake lever is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (1.1.6 (f))

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

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))

Oil leak

Rear subframe and springs corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2025 142,257 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2025 142,099 miles

Nearside Front Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam headlight flashing on and off (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam headlight flashing on and off (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2024 124,301 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

unable to check sills due to covers

Fail 23 Aug 2024 124,301 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

unable to check sills due to covers

Fail 2 May 2024 124,252 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

1/ both front tyres wearing on edges

2/ unable to check outer sills fully due to sill covers

Fail 10 Apr 2024 124,214 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Inner Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) joint (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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 29 Mar 2023 114,225 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front side marker not working

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 28 Mar 2023 114,224 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side both not working (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front side marker not working

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Apr 2022 107,275 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 101,863 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 94,590 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 94,590 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 91,370 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 88,738 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2019 88,738 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

front headlamps slightly glazed and deteriorated

fuel tank straps corroded

nearside front fog lamp not working

rear anti roll bar corroded

rear wiper deteriorated

Fail 7 Jan 2019 88,738 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

front headlamps slightly glazed and deteriorated

fuel tank straps corroded

nearside front fog lamp not working

rear anti roll bar corroded

rear wiper deteriorated

Pass 8 Jan 2018 84,509 miles

Nearside Front Fog Lamp not Working

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jan 2017 79,913 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2016 75,200 miles

Rear Park assist warning message ,

Pass 9 Jan 2015 69,704 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 66,630 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2014 66,630 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2013 61,963 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2013 61,963 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 56,812 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2012 56,809 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2011 51,926 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 43,917 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 43,915 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 38,705 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 31,920 miles

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

How Reliable is the Volvo XC90?

Based on 1,122,947 MOT tests across 82,375 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
8,281
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
82,375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23,030
position lamp(s) not working 22,417
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21,465
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,860
Registration plate lamp not working 14,842
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YR05 WLL is a 2005 Volvo XC90 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 32 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.4%.

Across all 2005 Volvo XC90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 106,315 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 XC90 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 23,030 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YR05 WLL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC90 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Volvo XC90 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YR05 WLL registered?

YR05 WLL is a 2005 Volvo XC90, first registered on 22 April 2005.

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