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OV54 JVC

2004 Volvo C70

Grey Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

77,231 mi
Last recorded77,231 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Volvo C7066,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV54 JVC
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 77,231 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Upper engine stabiliser front bush split

Fail 8 Sep 2025 77,215 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Upper engine stabiliser front bush split

Pass 7 Sep 2024 72,407 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 63,703 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 63,594 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 63,581 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 63,411 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 63,381 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 63,204 miles

Nearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 28 Aug 2018 63,203 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 59,979 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal steering rack end. (2.3.3b)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 58,349 miles

Rear handbrake on 16% efficiency.

Pass 2 Sep 2015 56,198 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 55,304 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 51,044 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 45,711 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 40,548 miles

nearside wiper blade split on end

Pass 4 Oct 2010 33,071 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 27,687 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2009 27,687 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 22,034 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 15,803 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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OV54 JVC is a 2004 Volvo C70 in Grey with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 OV54 JVC, 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.

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What year was OV54 JVC registered?

OV54 JVC is a 2004 Volvo C70, first registered on 13 October 2004.

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The MOT history for OV54 JVC shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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