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AV55 PDK

2005 Volvo XC70

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

128,788 mi
Last recorded128,788 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 Volvo XC70113,506 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 PDK
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2025 128,788 miles

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms front and rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rears (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing all housings have corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 125,892 miles

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both front housings corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front bottom arm front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning marker light (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rears (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Mar 2024 125,892 miles

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

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

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both front housings corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front bottom arm front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning marker light (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rears (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 121,115 miles

Central center box second skin corroded

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

hand brake travel becoming excessive

under body age related corrosion

Pass 24 Feb 2022 118,830 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear and offside front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

headlight output reduced slightly [lenses faded]

underbody corrosion to suspension comonents

Pass 25 Feb 2021 118,457 miles

Central middle box has corrosion

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

Offside Front Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning light in indicator (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 117,316 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2019 117,316 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged both fronts (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Dec 2018 111,673 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 106,362 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 100,318 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 94,115 miles

front brake pads approaching replacement stage

Pass 5 Dec 2014 86,908 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 81,431 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 77,173 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 72,341 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 59,227 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 44,155 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 44,155 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 30,167 miles

drivers door mirror slightly insecure

minor play in both rear antiroll bar links

rear exhaust mount rusty

Pass 24 Sep 2008 24,532 miles

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

How Reliable is the Volvo XC70?

Based on 361,836 MOT tests across 23,034 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,931
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
23,034
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 4,853
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,268
Registration plate lamp not working 3,654
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,754
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,697
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AV55 PDK is a 2005 Volvo XC70 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Volvo XC70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 113,506 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo XC70 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 4,853 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV55 PDK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC70 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Volvo XC70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AV55 PDK registered?

AV55 PDK is a 2005 Volvo XC70, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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