2005 Volvo V70 2.4L Diesel · LX05 XYK
2005 Volvo V70 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 31 Mar 2005. Recorded mileage 197,001 miles. MOT valid until 28 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V70
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Sidcup (South East London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 197,001 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LX05 XYK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/05/2026
- 197,001 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LX05 XYK 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 (LX05 XYK) between February 2023 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 30 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (12 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 22 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: “Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”.
LX05 XYK Mileage History
- 21/02/2023160,309 mi
- 05/03/2024169,624 mi+9,315 mi
- 07/03/2024169,628 mi+4 mi
- 22/02/2025188,301 mi+18,673 mi
- 30/05/2026197,001 mi+8,700 mi
Average of roughly 11,226 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: Good
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- AW55 automatic gearbox wearSerious
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- Tailgate wiring and rear wash-wipe faultsModerate
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- Front suspension bush and top mount wearModerate
The V70’s weight and typical family use wear front bushes, links and top mounts steadily, leaving the estate clunky and vague.
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