BK55 FDF

2005 VOLVO — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
VOLVO
Year
2005
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
SILVER
Engine
1798 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Untaxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Not valid
MOT due
was due 30 September 2016
Last recorded mileage
64,605 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 66/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2005 Volvo has 10 MOT tests on record with a 80% pass rate and 64,605 miles. The 'Not valid' MOT status and untaxed tax status require immediate verification.

Mileage is consistent at ~11,000 miles/year, with no anomalies or suspicious drops, showing normal usage over its 21-year lifespan.

Things to check

  • Emissions failures in Sep 2008 and Sep 2016, with related advisories, indicate a history of exhaust system issues.
  • Tyre advisories in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, and 2013 show a recurring wear pattern across multiple years.
  • The vehicle is currently Untaxed and has a Not valid MOT status, requiring immediate verification of tax and MOT.
  • The 2005 Volvo is not ULEZ-compliant, incurring a daily charge in London.

Working in its favour

  • Consistent annual mileage averaging 11,000 miles/year, indicating regular use without suspicious gaps.
  • No recurring major structural failures or dangerous defects are present in the MOT history.
  • The vehicle has a long, consistent service history, with regular MOT tests conducted annually.
  • Euro NCAP safety rating of 5/5 stars (2017) demonstrates a strong safety record for this model.

Mileage history

Sep 2008: 64,605 mi FAILSep 2008: 64,605 mi PASSSep 2009: 80,628 mi PASSSep 2010: 86,634 mi PASSSep 2011: 93,137 mi PASSSep 2012: 100,025 mi PASSSep 2013: 106,597 mi PASSSep 2014: 113,584 mi PASSSep 2015: 120,626 mi PASSSep 2016: 129,187 mi FAIL129k97k65kSep 2008Sep 2016

MOT test history — 8/10 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Sep 2008 FAIL 64,605 mi
PRS Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Sep 2008 PASS 64,605 mi None recorded
Sep 2009 PASS 80,628 mi None recorded
Sep 2010 PASS 86,634 mi None recorded
Sep 2011 PASS 93,137 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
USER ENTERED rear brake disc pitted
Sep 2012 PASS 100,025 mi None recorded
Sep 2013 PASS 106,597 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Sep 2014 PASS 113,584 mi None recorded
Sep 2015 PASS 120,626 mi None recorded
Sep 2016 FAIL 129,187 mi
PRS Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported mounting broken (7.1.1)
FAIL Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
FAIL Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
FAIL Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
ADVISORY both front tyres very worn on inner edges

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This page shows public vehicle data for registration BK55 FDF, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.