2005 Volvo V70 2.4L Diesel · WJ05 WLG
2005 Volvo V70 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 24 Mar 2005. Recorded mileage 235,671 miles. MOT expired on 09 Apr 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V70
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 09 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 235,671 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WJ05 WLG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/04/2025
- 235,671 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WJ05 WLG 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 (WJ05 WLG) between April 2023 and April 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 11 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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: “Steering lock stop incorrectly adjusted unit loose on column (2.1.4 (b))”; “Rear Exhaust system insecure silencer fouling body (6.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached is detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))”.
WJ05 WLG Mileage History
- 05/04/2023223,228 mi
- 18/04/2023223,230 mi+2 mi
- 01/07/2024235,651 mi+12,421 mi
- 11/04/2025235,671 mi+20 mi
- 11/04/2025235,671 mi
Average of roughly 6,166 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: Poor
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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