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YT05 SVF

2005 Volvo V70

Silver Petrol 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

227,117 mi
Last recorded227,117 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Volvo V70109,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT05 SVF
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 227,117 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2025 224,186 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

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

Fail 14 Apr 2025 224,180 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested Both (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Both (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Power steering malfunctioning on lock to lock and whilst driving (2.1.5 (a))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2024 219,887 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2023 217,044 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Apr 2023 217,043 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2022 213,180 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 209,835 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2021 209,612 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2020 205,540 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 201,275 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 197,255 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 191,088 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 185,329 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 174,426 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 160,564 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 144,754 miles

rear brakes noisey

Fail 2 Apr 2013 147,749 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

rear brakes noisey

Pass 5 Apr 2012 129,978 miles

engine under tray fitted

n/s front tyre has a cut in tread deep enough to reach cords but not in excess of requirements and both front tyres worn on edges to 2mm (minimum 1.6mm)

screaching noise from rear when park brake is aplied in motion would indicate park brake system may require adjustment or repair (park brake shoes inside rear discs)

top engine cover fitted

Pass 30 Mar 2011 112,586 miles

engine top cover and undertray fitted

slight corrosion on exhaust system

slight corrosion on rear coilsprings

winscreen stonechipped

Fail 30 Mar 2011 112,586 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

engine top cover and undertray fitted

slight corrosion on exhaust system

slight corrosion on rear coilsprings

winscreen stonechipped

Pass 16 Apr 2010 96,193 miles

engine undertray fitted

front tyres worn on inner edge

front wishbone arm front bushes starting to split

handbrake reserve low

Pass 16 Apr 2009 79,373 miles

engine undertray fitted

front brake discs worn and corroding and pads very low(strong advise)

front wishbone arm front bushes just starting to split

rear brake discs corroding and scored(strong advise)

rear tyres close to or on legal limit(strong advise)

slight play in steering rack

stonechips in front screen

wipers slightly smear screen

Pass 6 Feb 2008 59,170 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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YT05 SVF is a 2005 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,401cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 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 YT05 SVF, 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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YT05 SVF is a 2005 Volvo V70, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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