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SW54 DKJ

2004 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

198,856 mi
Last recorded198,856 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2022
Typical for 2004 Volvo V70110,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW54 DKJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2022 198,856 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced strut mountin (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced strut mountin (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 191,939 miles

Windscreen is cracked at lower left in the swept area but is not affecting the drivers view.

Pass 10 May 2019 173,749 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 May 2019 173,743 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2018 166,718 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 161,417 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 152,703 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2017 152,700 miles

Offside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Feb 2016 134,962 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 134,962 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 May 2015 126,136 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 107,757 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 93,659 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

discs corroded

Pass 14 Mar 2012 86,729 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 86,723 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Fail 8 Feb 2012 86,704 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 70,760 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 52,973 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 40,549 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 36,046 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 26,329 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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SW54 DKJ is a 2004 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 SW54 DKJ, 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 SW54 DKJ registered?

SW54 DKJ is a 2004 Volvo V70, first registered on 29 October 2004.

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The MOT history for SW54 DKJ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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