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SM54 OHW

2004 Volvo V70

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

118,088 mi
Last recorded118,088 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Volvo V70110,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM54 OHW
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 118,088 miles

Offside parking brake efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 12 Oct 2021 115,168 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 110,908 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 104,065 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 96,701 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 89,855 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 83,865 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 79,089 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Oct 2014 71,784 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2013 64,469 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 59,554 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 53,271 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 53,261 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Dec 2010 46,397 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 39,161 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 39,156 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)

centre rear exhaust hanger heavily corroded

Pass 16 Dec 2008 31,937 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Dec 2007 25,317 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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SM54 OHW is a 2004 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SM54 OHW, 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 SM54 OHW registered?

SM54 OHW is a 2004 Volvo V70, first registered on 20 December 2004.

Is SM54 OHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM54 OHW shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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