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BJ54 NGX

2004 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2018
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

235,329 mi
Last recorded235,329 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2017
Typical for 2004 Volvo V70110,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ54 NGX
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2017 235,329 miles

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

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

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

battery/charging warning light iluminated

Fail 4 Aug 2017 235,328 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

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

battery/charging warning light iluminated

Pass 17 Jun 2016 214,332 miles

Front slight play in steering rack ends

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Rear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 17 Jun 2016 214,332 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front slight play in steering rack ends

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Rear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 28 May 2015 192,726 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 181,400 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 181,400 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 167,262 miles

(1.7.5a)The nearside dipped beam headlamp illumination is slightly deteriorated

(1.8A.2)The nearside headlamp dipped beam image is slightly deteriorated

(1.9.4)The Tow bar 7 pin electrical socket internal pins are corroded

(2.4G.2)The nearside front lower suspension arm (front) bush is slightly deteriorated

(2.4G.2)The offside front lower suspension arm (front) bush is slightly deteriorated

(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre at the inner side of the central band is wearing unevenly

(7.1.1)The rear exhaust silencer has a hanger that is excessively deteriorated and detached

(8.2.2)The offside windscreen wiper blade is slightly deteriorated

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new/and or the owner has fitted in various locations protective covers,sealant compounds,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection

Fail 3 May 2013 167,200 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

(1.7.5a)The nearside dipped beam headlamp illumination is slightly deteriorated

(1.8A.2)The nearside headlamp dipped beam image is slightly deteriorated

(1.9.4)The Tow bar 7 pin electrical socket internal pins are corroded

(2.4G.2)The nearside front lower suspension arm (front) bush is slightly deteriorated

(2.4G.2)The offside front lower suspension arm (front) bush is slightly deteriorated

(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre at the inner side of the central band is wearing unevenly

(7.1.1)The rear exhaust silencer has a hanger that is excessively deteriorated and detached

(8.2.2)The offside windscreen wiper blade is slightly deteriorated

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new/and or the owner has fitted in various locations protective covers,sealant compounds,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection

Pass 2 May 2012 152,236 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

exhaust bracket broken(still secure)

n/s/r tyre slightly out of shape inside edge

Fail 2 May 2012 152,236 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

exhaust bracket broken(still secure)

n/s/r tyre slightly out of shape inside edge

Pass 3 May 2011 133,468 miles

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

Fail 3 May 2011 133,467 miles

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

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

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 110,434 miles

n/s/f marker light inop

Fail 30 Apr 2010 110,434 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

n/s/f marker light inop

Pass 14 Apr 2009 82,924 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 65,235 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 63,370 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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BJ54 NGX is a 2004 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 BJ54 NGX, 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.

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BJ54 NGX is a 2004 Volvo V70, first registered on 21 October 2004.

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