2005 Volvo XC70 2.5L Petrol · MP55 EFE
2005 Volvo XC70 (2.5L, petrol). First registered 01 Jan 2021. Recorded mileage 57,656 miles. MOT valid until 14 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO XC70
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 57,656 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MP55 EFE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/05/2026
- 57,656 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MP55 EFE 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 Xc70 (MP55 EFE) between March 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 13 May 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: Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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 Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn arm front and rear bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn arm front and rear bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both rear (5.3.2 (b))”.
MP55 EFE Mileage History
- 14/03/202482,608 km
- 16/05/202482,619 mi
- 16/05/202482,621 mi+2 mi
- 28/04/202553,313 mi-29,308 mi
- 13/05/202657,656 mi+4,343 mi
Average of roughly -11,540 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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Known faults for Volvo XC70 (P2)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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- Angle gear and Haldex AWD failureSerious
The XC70 can quietly lose drive to the rear axle through worn angle gears, DEM faults or neglected Haldex servicing.
- AW55 automatic gearbox flareSerious
The weight of the XC70 exposes any neglect in the five-speed auto, which can flare, thump or feel lazy once warm.
- Rear self-levelling suspension wearModerate
Many XC70s use expensive rear dampers and associated hardware that tire with age, leaving the car sagging, bouncy or noisy over broken roads.
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