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BM 8871

2004 Volvo V70

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

115,927 mi
Last recorded115,927 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Volvo V70110,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBM 8871
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 115,927 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2025 111,818 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2025 111,755 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front and rear bush on arm worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush on arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 107,342 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 102,973 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 97,931 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 94,015 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 89,653 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 85,521 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 79,725 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 74,635 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 68,283 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2016 68,283 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2015 62,782 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 57,758 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 52,153 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 46,772 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 40,608 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 34,675 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 29,521 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 29,520 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 24,081 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 19,168 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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BM 8871 is a 2004 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 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 BM 8871, 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 BM 8871 registered?

BM 8871 is a 2004 Volvo V70, first registered on 24 September 2004.

Is BM 8871 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BM 8871 shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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