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CU53 MYA

2004 Volvo V70

Gold Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

157,148 mi
Last recorded157,148 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Volvo V70110,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU53 MYA
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2004
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 157,148 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Dec 2024 150,629 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 144,574 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 142,024 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 139,815 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2020 135,969 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2019 133,732 miles

corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 11 Dec 2018 129,441 miles

corrosion to under side of vehicle

Pass 8 Dec 2017 127,187 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 124,540 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 121,432 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 115,582 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 107,914 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Dec 2012 101,100 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2011 94,480 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 Nov 2011 94,480 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 29 Nov 2010 91,495 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2010 91,495 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 89,399 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2009 89,399 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 Dec 2008 86,117 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 82,586 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 72,403 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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CU53 MYA is a 2004 Volvo V70 in Gold 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 CU53 MYA, 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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What year was CU53 MYA registered?

CU53 MYA is a 2004 Volvo V70, first registered on 20 January 2004.

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