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SV54 SHJ

2004 Volvo V70

Green Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2022
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

213,712 mi
Last recorded213,712 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2021
Typical for 2004 Volvo V70110,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV54 SHJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2021 213,712 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside steering rack gaiter slightly loose but secure when doing lock to lock check

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall small cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner side wall slight lump (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Turbo area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

surface corrosion to underside of vehicle

Fail 20 Jan 2021 212,908 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative not tested (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

all coil springs corroded

brake hoses perished

brake pipes corroded

general corrosion under side of the vehicle

Pass 12 Oct 2019 208,150 miles

1 nearside rear sidelight not working

Fail 11 Oct 2019 208,145 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

all coil springs corroded general corrosion under side of the vehicle brake hoses perished oil leak

Pass 26 Jul 2018 195,485 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2017 180,108 miles

Central Upper screen has damage

Rear exhaust mounts corroded

Pass 4 Jul 2016 171,509 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front fog lamp not working at time of test

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to limit (3.5.1g)

Oil leak poss turbo oil return pipe flange gasket ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

engine covers & under-trays fitted obscuring some components

service brake anti-slip provision/pedal rubber has a part worn smooth

Fail 4 Jul 2016 171,509 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front fog lamp not working at time of test

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to limit (3.5.1g)

Oil leak poss turbo oil return pipe flange gasket ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

engine covers & under-trays fitted obscuring some components

service brake anti-slip provision/pedal rubber has a part worn smooth

Pass 19 May 2015 160,099 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 151,356 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 138,607 miles

n/s/f tyre sidewall minor damage

n/s/f wheel rim inner bead slightly distorted

n/s/r seatbelt not fully inspected due to child seat fitted

n/s/r tyre cut in tread, not deep enough to reach cords

n/s/r tyre sidewall minor damage

oil leak (intercooler area)

Fail 7 Sep 2013 138,607 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

n/s/f tyre sidewall minor damage

n/s/f wheel rim inner bead slightly distorted

n/s/r seatbelt not fully inspected due to child seat fitted

n/s/r tyre cut in tread, not deep enough to reach cords

n/s/r tyre sidewall minor damage

oil leak (intercooler area)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 128,230 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

both rear tyres wareing low on outer edges

Pass 12 Sep 2011 118,721 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 12 Sep 2011 118,721 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 108,720 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 108,720 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2009 90,524 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 67,081 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 46,959 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2007 46,959 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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SV54 SHJ is a 2004 Volvo V70 in Green with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SV54 SHJ, 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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SV54 SHJ is a 2004 Volvo V70, first registered on 15 September 2004.

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