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YX05 SZJ

2005 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

129,271 mi
Last recorded129,271 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 Volvo V70109,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX05 SZJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2022 129,271 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2022 129,271 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2021 123,577 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2021 123,577 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 120,808 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 117,345 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 109,665 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 104,931 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 95,989 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 88,553 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 88,550 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake indicates brake judder (3.7.D.1)

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2014 80,748 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2013 69,234 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 61,297 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 56,010 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Jan 2011 49,841 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 42,714 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 32,258 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2008 26,481 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2008 26,481 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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YX05 SZJ is a 2005 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YX05 SZJ, 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 YX05 SZJ registered?

YX05 SZJ is a 2005 Volvo V70, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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