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YU05 TLK

2005 Volvo XC90

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

209,771 mi
Last recorded209,771 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC90106,315 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU05 TLK
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 209,771 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 10 May 2025 203,596 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 193,461 miles

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

Nearside 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))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 182,305 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 176,488 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 173,340 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 170,702 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 15 May 2019 167,505 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 May 2018 163,570 miles

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 12 May 2017 160,554 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 155,442 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 150,626 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 145,291 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 140,248 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 129,211 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fuel flap hindge broken.

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

Nearside front marker bulb not working.

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Tailgate handle starting to seize.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 May 2012 129,211 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fuel flap hindge broken.

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

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

Nearside front marker bulb not working.

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Tailgate handle starting to seize.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 May 2011 109,249 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Nov 2010 100,264 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2010 90,786 miles

Both front side marker lights not working.

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 12 May 2010 90,786 miles

Both front side marker lights not working.

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 81,938 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Nov 2008 57,807 miles

o/s/f tyre inner edge feathering off, getting close to limit

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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YU05 TLK is a 2005 Volvo XC90 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YU05 TLK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YU05 TLK registered?

YU05 TLK is a 2005 Volvo XC90, first registered on 23 March 2005.

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