2000 Volvo V70 2.5L Diesel · V298 DMO
2000 Volvo V70 (2.5L, diesel). First registered 17 Jan 2000. Recorded mileage 152,807 miles. MOT expired on 23 Mar 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V70
- Year / Origin
- 2000 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 23 Mar 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 152,807 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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V298 DMO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/03/2024
- 152,807 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
V298 DMO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2000 Volvo V70 (V298 DMO) between March 2022 and March 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 March 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
V298 DMO Mileage History
- 24/03/2022148,748 mi
- 23/03/2023150,866 mi+2,118 mi
- 24/03/2023150,869 mi+3 mi
- 22/03/2024152,807 mi+1,938 mi
- 22/03/2024152,807 mi
Average of roughly 2,034 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volvo V70 (P2)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- AW55 automatic gearbox wearSerious
Neglected fluid changes allow the five-speed auto to flare, bang into drive or feel reluctant once fully warmed through.
- Tailgate wiring and rear wash-wipe faultsModerate
Repeated tailgate movement can break the loom and washer pipework, bringing rear wiper failure, central-locking faults or water leaks into the boot area.
- Front suspension bush and top mount wearModerate
The V70’s weight and typical family use wear front bushes, links and top mounts steadily, leaving the estate clunky and vague.
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