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AP53 CPE

2003 Volvo XC90

Black Petrol 2922cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

102,859 mi
Last recorded102,859 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Volvo XC90102,129 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP53 CPE
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,922cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2018 102,859 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 102,859 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 99,092 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 95,292 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 90,150 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 85,785 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 80,758 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 17 Jul 2013 80,758 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 75,671 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 69,851 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 63,439 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 63,432 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake disc pitted & worn /rear nn/s brake disc pitted

Pass 24 Jul 2009 57,311 miles

Slight play in the steering rack shaft on the o/s/f.

Pass 29 Aug 2008 48,265 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2007 40,003 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 40,003 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 30,174 miles

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

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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AP53 CPE is a 2003 Volvo XC90 in Black with a 2,922cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2003 Volvo XC90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 102,129 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 AP53 CPE, 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 23 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 AP53 CPE registered?

AP53 CPE is a 2003 Volvo XC90, first registered on 22 November 2003.

Is AP53 CPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP53 CPE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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