2005 Volvo XC70 2.4L Petrol · V15 LAR
2005 Volvo XC70 (2.4L, petrol). First registered 28 Apr 2005. Recorded mileage 150,228 miles. MOT expired on 25 Oct 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO XC70
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 25 Oct 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 150,228 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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V15 LAR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/10/2024
- 150,228 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
V15 LAR 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 (V15 LAR) between October 2022 and October 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 October 2024 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: Lighting (5 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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: “Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Head lamps faded (4.1.2 (c))”; “Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))”.
V15 LAR Mileage History
- 19/10/2022148,351 mi
- 26/10/2022148,381 mi+30 mi
- 24/10/2023149,440 mi+1,059 mi
- 27/10/2023149,440 mi
- 10/10/2024150,228 mi+788 mi
Average of roughly 949 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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: Below 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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- 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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