2004 Volvo V70 2.4L Petrol · OV04 FNL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the history reveals a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than preventative care. While it passed its most recent test in September 2025 at 114,389 miles, this followed a significant failure just three days prior. The failure identified multiple safety-critical defects, including a split CV boot, excessive track rod end play, and lighting issues. The trend shows a stable but marginal level of upkeep, where the owner appears to address faults only once they trigger an MOT failure rather than replacing components during service intervals. At 22 years old, the recorded mileage of 114,389 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 5,200 miles. This low usage profile suggests the vehicle has seen light commuting but it also explains the degradation of rubber-based components noted in the records. Between October 2023 and September 2025, the car covered only 5,422 miles, yet the record flagged perishing tyres and corroded coil springs. This indicates that age-related material fatigue is a greater threat to this specific vehicle than mechanical wear from high mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the undercarriage and suspension due to recurring corrosion issues. The tester flagged corroded coil springs in both 2024 and 2025, with the rear coil spring specifically noted as an advisory in the latest test. The exhaust system is also described as rusty, which requires a close look for structural thinning or holes that could lead to imminent failure. Given the previous failure of the offside front drive shaft boot and the track rod end, the buyer should check for grease leaks and any remaining play in the steering geometry to ensure the repairs were executed correctly.