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BG04 HVT

2004 Volvo C70

Black Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

57,027 mi
Last recorded57,027 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Volvo C7066,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG04 HVT
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 57,027 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2026 57,012 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 55,512 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 53,906 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 28 Apr 2023 52,054 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 50,608 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 48,804 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2020 47,302 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 45,810 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 43,591 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 40,935 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 40,845 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 40,726 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 40,667 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 39,543 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 39,267 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 35,982 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 35,982 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2010 31,631 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 28,559 miles

small crack on front number plate. (near side of plate)

Fail 3 Apr 2009 28,559 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

small crack on front number plate. (near side of plate)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 19,433 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 13,231 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo C70?

Based on 351,562 MOT tests across 21,746 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
4,929
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
21,746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,186
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,456
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,364
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5,005
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,837
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BG04 HVT is a 2004 Volvo C70 in Black with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2004 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 66,484 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo C70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,186 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG04 HVT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo C70 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 22 years old, this Volvo C70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG04 HVT registered?

BG04 HVT is a 2004 Volvo C70, first registered on 30 March 2004.

Is BG04 HVT safe to buy?

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