Acquired a V70 cheap - sadly without logbook

boombox · Dec 16th, 2016, 18:13

Do you think a Volvo dealership or Volvo themselves would be willing to furnish me with whatever service history they may or may not have on their database?

I've got a load of receipts in a document wallet, but it's not quite the same as the logbook!

I tried to register the car on MyVolvo but it didn't work. The VIN, which I know to be correct, was NOT found on the MyVolvo site - even though other online VIN checkers return correct data! Mad...

I was interested in a) what options the car came with from new and b) if the MyVolvo website might tell me if the car has had the service recalls carried out on it.

cheshired5 · Dec 16th, 2016, 18:22

If it's been serviced in the main dealer network, history will be available.

My Volvo only goes back so far so more vehicle details would help.....

boombox · Dec 16th, 2016, 18:43

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Originally Posted by cheshired5

My Volvo only goes back so far so more vehicle details would help.....

Sorry, it's a 2004 model, which according to the front page of the MyVolvo website should be OK.

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Originally Posted by cheshired5

If it's been serviced in the main dealer network, history will be available.

Thanks - so how do I get at that info? Are the dealers happy to provide it?

Simon Jones · Dec 16th, 2016, 18:44

If you go to the service dept at your local dealer, they can print out the history but don't expect it to contain much info. I got a copy for a previous Volvo and it was really a record of dates and mileage with no details of what work was undertaken.

boombox · Dec 16th, 2016, 18:53

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Originally Posted by Simon Jones

If you go to the service dept at your local dealer, they can print out the history but don't expect it to contain much info. I got a copy for a previous Volvo and it was really a record of dates and mileage with no details of what work was undertaken.

ah. right. Was hoping for service history. Am worried about timing belt - i.e. when it was done! Thanks

Simon Jones · Dec 17th, 2016, 00:25

There should be a sticker somewhere in the engine bay if it's been changed. If in doubt, change it regardless. Out of interest, how come there was no service book with the car?

Sasha94 · Dec 17th, 2016, 21:00

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Originally Posted by Simon Jones

If you go to the service dept at your local dealer, they can print out the history but don't expect it to contain much info. I got a copy for a previous Volvo and it was really a record of dates and mileage with no details of what work was undertaken.

Unusual, they normally say if it was a big/small service or if the timing belt was done. When I called the dealer who looked after my car (I call them all to check the records as anyone can write cambelt changed in the book...) and they gave me the lowdown like all the previous dealers have done.

As it happens I know the belt hasn't been done and isn't yet due on the 50 but will need to be done next year if the mileage continues to rise.

It isn't uncommon to find 12 year old cars with no service book, it's a pain to recover the history but I wouldn't let it be a deal breaker either. My Mothers Skoda has an electronic service history and no book; you have to log on to Skoda to view the history.

Marty Dolomite · Dec 17th, 2016, 23:54

You don't need the logbook to get service info but will need to pay £25 to the DVLA for a new one. why didn't the previous owner have it?

boombox · Dec 18th, 2016, 08:56

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Originally Posted by Marty Dolomite

You don't need the logbook to get service info but will need to pay £25 to the DVLA for a new one. why didn't the previous owner have it?

It would appear I'm misusing terms and causing a whole world of confusion. By log book I meant service book. Not the V5C.

Sorry!!

Dec 16th, 2016, 18:13	#1
boombox Member Last Online: May 19th, 2023 09:51 Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Leeds	Acquired a V70 cheap - sadly without logbook Do you think a Volvo dealership or Volvo themselves would be willing to furnish me with whatever service history they may or may not have on their database? I've got a load of receipts in a document wallet, but it's not quite the same as the logbook! I tried to register the car on MyVolvo but it didn't work. The VIN, which I know to be correct, was NOT found on the MyVolvo site - even though other online VIN checkers return correct data! Mad... I was interested in a) what options the car came with from new and b) if the MyVolvo website might tell me if the car has had the service recalls carried out on it.

Dec 16th, 2016, 18:22	#2
cheshired5 Premier Member Last Online: Dec 26th, 2021 13:42 Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Crewe	If it's been serviced in the main dealer network, history will be available. My Volvo only goes back so far so more vehicle details would help..... __________________ 2002 S60 SE D5 Manual 209000 miles

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Marty Dolomite Premier Member Last Online: Apr 4th, 2024 14:44 Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Southampton	You don't need the logbook to get service info but will need to pay £25 to the DVLA for a new one. why didn't the previous owner have it? Last edited by Marty Dolomite; Dec 18th, 2016 at 00:03.

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Simon Jones Premier Member Last Online: Jan 15th, 2022 11:23 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Salisbury (ish)	If you go to the service dept at your local dealer, they can print out the history but don't expect it to contain much info. I got a copy for a previous Volvo and it was really a record of dates and mileage with no details of what work was undertaken.

Dec 17th, 2016, 00:25	#6
Simon Jones Premier Member Last Online: Jan 15th, 2022 11:23 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Salisbury (ish)	There should be a sticker somewhere in the engine bay if it's been changed. If in doubt, change it regardless. Out of interest, how come there was no service book with the car?

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