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AJ52 TZR

2003 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

160,481 mi
Last recorded160,481 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 Volvo V70110,133 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ52 TZR
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2015 160,481 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2015 160,477 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 150,809 miles

Int fault n/s number plate light

No smoke meter reading detected

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 144,160 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2013 144,160 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 137,220 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2012 137,219 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Dec 2010 130,133 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

n/s/f tyre damaged on outer wall

Pass 15 Dec 2009 120,615 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 111,842 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2008 111,842 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2008 105,664 miles

Both rear tyres worn uneven

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Jan 2008 105,664 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Both rear tyres worn uneven

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Dec 2006 93,995 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo V70?

Based on 1,930,508 MOT tests across 117,393 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
7,266
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
117,393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,106
position lamp(s) not working 56,250
Registration plate lamp not working 44,172
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 35,659
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,149
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AJ52 TZR is a 2003 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2003 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 110,133 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo V70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJ52 TZR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V70 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Volvo V70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AJ52 TZR registered?

AJ52 TZR is a 2003 Volvo V70, first registered on 7 January 2003.

Is AJ52 TZR safe to buy?

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