2005 Volvo XC70 2.5L Petrol · WJ05 OOW
2005 Volvo XC70 (2.5L, petrol). First registered 08 Mar 2005. Recorded mileage 138,039 miles. MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO XC70
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 138,039 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WJ05 OOW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/11/2025
- 138,039 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WJ05 OOW 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 (WJ05 OOW) between May 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 18 November 2025 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 (7 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Steering (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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 Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”.
WJ05 OOW Mileage History
- 24/05/2023126,328 mi
- 14/06/2023126,486 mi+158 mi
- 07/09/2024133,339 mi+6,853 mi
- 09/09/2024133,339 mi
- 18/11/2025138,039 mi+4,700 mi
Average of roughly 4,706 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: 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
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- 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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