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SP54 XEY

2004 Volvo V70

Grey Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2025
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

123,012 mi
Last recorded123,012 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2024
Typical for 2004 Volvo V70110,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP54 XEY
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2024 123,012 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on inside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear hand brake needs adjusting

Pass 21 Jun 2023 117,648 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 21 Jun 2023 117,648 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 113,907 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Sep 2021 113,901 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 110,568 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2020 110,284 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 101,969 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2019 101,969 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2018 95,554 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 86,306 miles

tyre walls damaged

Pass 25 Aug 2016 76,196 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 63,459 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 63,459 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Fail 20 Aug 2014 53,760 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 53,760 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 38,478 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 38,478 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 30,243 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 28,900 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 26,661 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2009 23,464 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 19,657 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 19,657 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2007 15,730 miles

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

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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SP54 XEY is a 2004 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 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 SP54 XEY, 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 SP54 XEY registered?

SP54 XEY is a 2004 Volvo V70, first registered on 29 September 2004.

Is SP54 XEY safe to buy?

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