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AU02 SXW

2002 Volvo V70

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

97,462 mi
Last recorded97,462 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2021
Typical for 2002 Volvo V70111,831 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU02 SXW
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2021 97,462 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner Bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner Bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 97,082 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 97,038 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault N/S/F Ring. (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2019 94,755 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 92,226 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2017 89,414 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 83,394 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 79,310 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 72,923 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 64,119 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 59,337 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 52,381 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 45,168 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 38,100 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 38,100 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 32,421 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 26,387 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Mar 2006 21,354 miles

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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AU02 SXW is a 2002 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2002 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 111,831 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AU02 SXW, 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 24 years old, this Volvo V70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU02 SXW registered?

AU02 SXW is a 2002 Volvo V70, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is AU02 SXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU02 SXW shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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