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AF04 GKU

2004 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2023
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

130,906 mi
Last recorded130,906 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2022
Typical for 2004 Volvo V70110,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF04 GKU
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2022 130,906 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 124,451 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 123,095 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

parking brake lever is high

Fail 19 Oct 2020 123,095 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

parking brake lever is high

Pass 29 Apr 2019 118,345 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Tyre has a a minor surface cut

Nearside Rear Tyre has a a minor surface cut

Fail 29 Apr 2019 118,345 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Tyre has a a minor surface cut

Nearside Rear Tyre has a a minor surface cut

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 112,727 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Apr 2018 112,727 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 107,145 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Sat Nav holder is fitted to the windscreen

Fail 27 Apr 2017 107,139 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Sat Nav holder is fitted to the windscreen

Pass 18 Apr 2016 101,533 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2016 101,533 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Apr 2015 93,832 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 87,827 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 87,826 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 82,767 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 76,943 miles

rear discs poor

rear pads getting low

Pass 4 Apr 2011 69,763 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 10 Apr 2010 63,541 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 63,541 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 57,735 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2009 57,735 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 51,035 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Apr 2007 43,804 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 43,804 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Volvo V70?

Based on 1,930,508 MOT tests across 117,393 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
7,266
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
117,393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,106
position lamp(s) not working 56,250
Registration plate lamp not working 44,172
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 35,659
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,149
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AF04 GKU is a 2004 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

Across all 2004 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 110,562 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo V70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF04 GKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V70 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 22 years old, this Volvo V70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF04 GKU registered?

AF04 GKU is a 2004 Volvo V70, first registered on 23 April 2004.

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