2005 Volvo V70 2.4L Petrol · GF55 KBE
2005 Volvo V70 (2.4L, petrol). First registered 31 Oct 2005. Recorded mileage 263,885 miles. MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V70
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 263,885 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GF55 KBE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/08/2026
- 263,885 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GF55 KBE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volvo V70 (GF55 KBE) between January 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 28 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Steering (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Rear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))”; “Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))”; “Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))”.
GF55 KBE Mileage History
- 09/01/2024244,099 mi
- 22/07/2025254,077 mi+9,978 mi
- 19/08/2025254,082 mi+5 mi
- 28/08/2026263,885 mi+9,803 mi
- 28/08/2026263,885 mi
Average of roughly 7,512 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volvo V70 (P2)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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