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AD53 CAU

2004 Volvo XC90

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

165,537 mi
Last recorded165,537 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2022
Typical for 2004 Volvo XC90105,624 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 CAU
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2022 165,537 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 162,094 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2020 160,852 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 152,983 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 144,191 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 131,467 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 18 Jan 2017 130,795 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Offside Rear brake pad retaining clip missing

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 116,685 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 103,926 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 93,736 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 88,593 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 83,534 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2012 83,534 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 78,485 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 78,454 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Jan 2010 73,892 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 68,510 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Jan 2009 68,510 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jan 2008 61,475 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 52,175 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo XC90?

Based on 1,122,947 MOT tests across 82,375 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
8,281
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
82,375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23,030
position lamp(s) not working 22,417
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21,465
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,860
Registration plate lamp not working 14,842
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AD53 CAU is a 2004 Volvo XC90 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Volvo XC90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 105,624 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo XC90 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 23,030 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD53 CAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC90 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Volvo XC90 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD53 CAU registered?

AD53 CAU is a 2004 Volvo XC90, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is AD53 CAU safe to buy?

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