2004 Volvo S60 2.3L Petrol · BU54 ACX
2004 Volvo S60 (2.3L, petrol). First registered 01 Nov 2004. Recorded mileage 173,346 miles. MOT valid until 03 Sept 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO S60
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 173,346 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BU54 ACX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/09/2026
- 173,346 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BU54 ACX 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 2004 Volvo S60 (BU54 ACX) between September 2023 and September 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 03 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”.
BU54 ACX Mileage History
- 04/09/2023159,132 mi
- 05/09/2024162,145 mi+3,013 mi
- 05/09/2025167,993 mi+5,848 mi
- 03/09/2026173,346 mi+5,353 mi
- 03/09/2026173,346 mi
Average of roughly 4,742 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volvo S60 (P2)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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