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YY55 FDF

2005 Volvo V70

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

110,436 mi
Last recorded110,436 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Volvo V70109,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY55 FDF
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 14 Oct 2025 110,436 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear various suspension components corroded

underbody corrosion

Pass 4 Oct 2024 109,411 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner sill corroded

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

general corrosion underneath

Pass 5 Oct 2023 106,875 miles

rear chassis corrosion

slight corrosion through out

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension bush mounting area slightly corroded

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Under-trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 6 Oct 2022 106,170 miles

Headlights misty

Nearside Rear Chassis slightly corroded

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Chassis slightly corroded

Offside Rear Suspension bush mounting area slightly corroded

Under trays/sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 22 Sep 2021 103,757 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

under trays fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2020 101,936 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 100,092 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 95,765 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 90,878 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 84,626 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 80,703 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 75,480 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 70,307 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 63,425 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2011 53,636 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 43,450 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 36,016 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 25,791 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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YY55 FDF is a 2005 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YY55 FDF, 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 YY55 FDF registered?

YY55 FDF is a 2005 Volvo V70, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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