2000 Volvo V70 2.5L Diesel · V70 PAA
2000 Volvo V70 (2.5L, diesel). First registered 20 Apr 2000. Recorded mileage 158,805 miles. MOT expired on 19 Oct 2023.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V70
- Year / Origin
- 2000 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Oct 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 158,805 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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V70 PAA Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 15/10/2023
- 158,805 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
V70 PAA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2000 Volvo V70 (V70 PAA) between October 2022 and October 2023.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 October 2023 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
V70 PAA Mileage History
- 19/10/2022156,658 mi
- 15/10/2023158,805 mi+2,147 mi
Average of roughly 2,173 miles per year across 2 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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