BX04 HCH

2004 VOLVO — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
VOLVO
Year
2004
Fuel
DIESEL
Colour
SILVER
Engine
2401 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Untaxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Not valid
MOT due
was due 29 January 2019
Last recorded mileage
30,134 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 48/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2004 Volvo has 19 MOT tests on record with a 63% pass rate and 30,134 miles. While it has a valid Euro NCAP safety rating, the pattern of neglect in critical areas like tyres and lights is a significant red flag.

The vehicle shows high annual usage (12,412 miles/yr), with a notable 1,799-mile decrease on 12 May 2011, indicating a potential odometer anomaly.

Things to check

  • 7 major failures across 19 MOT tests (2010–2018) — consistent neglect.
  • 6 major light failures (2010–2018) — safety-critical and recurring.
  • 5 major tyre failures (2010–2018) — recurring pattern of poor maintenance.
  • 4 recurring suspension advisories (2015–2018) — indicates ongoing wear.

Working in its favour

  • Euro NCAP safety rating of 5/5 stars (2017) — excellent safety credentials.
  • Consistent high mileage (12,412 miles/yr) suggests regular use, not prolonged storage.
  • No recurring major structural failures (e.g., chassis, engine) — core systems intact.
  • Recent MOT pass (Jan 2018) after multiple failures — owner addressed immediate issues.

Mileage history

Jun 2007: 30,134 mi PASSJun 2008: 42,369 mi PASSJun 2009: 56,125 mi PASSMay 2010: 66,533 mi FAILMay 2010: 66,538 mi PASSMay 2011: 78,698 mi FAILMay 2011: 76,899 mi PASSDec 2011: 83,778 mi FAILDec 2011: 83,778 mi PASSDec 2012: 97,236 mi PASSDec 2012: 97,236 mi FAILJan 2014: 121,037 mi PASSJan 2015: 141,057 mi FAILJan 2015: 141,057 mi PASSNov 2015: 161,248 mi FAILDec 2015: 161,248 mi PASSJan 2017: 168,774 mi PASSJan 2018: 174,860 mi FAILJan 2018: 174,865 mi PASS175k102k30kJun 2007Jan 2018

MOT test history — 12/19 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Jun 2007 PASS 30,134 mi None recorded
Jun 2008 PASS 42,369 mi
USER ENTERED Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Jun 2009 PASS 56,125 mi None recorded
May 2010 FAIL 66,533 mi
FAIL Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
USER ENTERED offside rear tyre worn on outer edge
May 2010 PASS 66,538 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
USER ENTERED offside rear tyre worn on outer edge
May 2011 FAIL 78,698 mi
FAIL Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
FAIL Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
May 2011 PASS 76,899 mi None recorded
Dec 2011 FAIL 83,778 mi
FAIL Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
FAIL Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Dec 2011 PASS 83,778 mi None recorded
Dec 2012 PASS 97,236 mi None recorded
Dec 2012 FAIL 97,236 mi
PRS Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
Jan 2014 PASS 121,037 mi None recorded
Jan 2015 FAIL 141,057 mi
FAIL Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
FAIL Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
FAIL Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
ADVISORY Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Jan 2015 PASS 141,057 mi None recorded
Nov 2015 FAIL 161,248 mi
FAIL Offside Inner Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
ADVISORY offside front tyre wearing outer edge
FAIL Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Dec 2015 PASS 161,248 mi
ADVISORY offside front tyre wearing outer edge
Jan 2017 PASS 168,774 mi None recorded
Jan 2018 FAIL 174,860 mi
FAIL Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
FAIL Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
ADVISORY Inner Steering rack damaged but serviceable rack bushes (2.2.C.1d)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
FAIL Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Jan 2018 PASS 174,865 mi
ADVISORY Inner Steering rack damaged but serviceable rack bushes (2.2.C.1d)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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