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RV54 ZTJ

2004 Volvo V70

Black Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

132,499 mi
Last recorded132,499 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2024
Typical for 2004 Volvo V70110,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV54 ZTJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2024 132,499 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 127,381 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 123,613 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2022 123,575 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2021 119,391 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 115,960 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 112,468 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 107,122 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 102,120 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2017 102,109 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2016 93,591 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 87,672 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2014 83,515 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 79,973 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 75,690 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 70,195 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 64,525 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 58,649 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 53,397 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 48,472 miles

Nearside Rear 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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RV54 ZTJ is a 2004 Volvo V70 in Black with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 RV54 ZTJ, 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 RV54 ZTJ registered?

RV54 ZTJ is a 2004 Volvo V70, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is RV54 ZTJ safe to buy?

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