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BN52 LVP

2002 Volvo V70

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2017
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

129,012 mi
Last recorded129,012 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2016
Typical for 2002 Volvo V70111,831 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN52 LVP
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2016 129,012 miles

Covers fitted preventing complete visual and corrosion checks

Intermittent fault on instrument panel lights-will need attention

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 119,482 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 119,482 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2013 112,687 miles

Covers over sills and wheel arches prevent a complete corrosion check

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Tow bar electrical socket damaged but not failable

Fail 5 Nov 2013 112,686 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Covers over sills and wheel arches prevent a complete corrosion check

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

Tow bar electrical socket damaged but not failable

Fail 20 Nov 2012 105,580 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear exhaust hanger broken-Exhaust still secure but may need attention soon

Pass 20 Nov 2012 105,580 miles

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

Rear exhaust hanger broken-Exhaust still secure but may need attention soon

Pass 8 Nov 2011 98,979 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2011 98,979 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2010 90,664 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 90,664 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 83,562 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2009 83,562 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 72,776 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)

Fail 16 Aug 2007 64,922 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2007 64,922 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 53,957 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)

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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BN52 LVP is a 2002 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 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 BN52 LVP, 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 BN52 LVP registered?

BN52 LVP is a 2002 Volvo V70, first registered on 12 September 2002.

Is BN52 LVP safe to buy?

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