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BD52 SZF

2002 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

133,851 mi
Last recorded133,851 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Volvo V70111,831 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD52 SZF
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 133,851 miles

Front brake slight imbalance

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 119,078 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2024 119,078 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 100,354 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 82,202 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 65,517 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2021 65,516 miles

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 64,622 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 63,245 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 60,755 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2018 60,747 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Dec 2017 58,252 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2017 58,252 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 56,477 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 54,276 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 52,093 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 49,282 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 46,106 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 41,810 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 37,107 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 34,339 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 30,250 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 25,606 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 20,170 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 16,109 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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BD52 SZF is a 2002 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 BD52 SZF, 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 BD52 SZF registered?

BD52 SZF is a 2002 Volvo V70, first registered on 14 December 2002.

Is BD52 SZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD52 SZF shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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