2001 Volvo V70 2.4L Petrol · Y118 BGJ
2001 Volvo V70 (2.4L, petrol). First registered 17 Apr 2001. Recorded mileage 209,587 miles. MOT expired on 21 Feb 2024.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V70
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Feb 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 209,587 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Archived Record
Registration no longer recorded by DVLA. This usually means the vehicle is now using a private plate.
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Y118 BGJ Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/02/2023
- 209,587 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.
Y118 BGJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Volvo V70 (Y118 BGJ) between February 2022 and February 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 February 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Y118 BGJ Mileage History
- 21/02/2022197,895 mi
- 21/02/2022197,895 mi
- 22/02/2023209,562 mi+11,667 mi
- 22/02/2023209,587 mi+25 mi
Average of roughly 11,669 miles per year across 4 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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