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BF53 VTK

2003 Volvo V70

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

223,501 mi
Last recorded223,501 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Volvo V70110,133 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 VTK
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2017 223,501 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2016 207,148 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

slight play in offside steering rack arm

Fail 30 Nov 2016 207,148 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

slight play in offside steering rack arm

Pass 4 Dec 2015 180,753 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 160,986 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 145,756 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

chip in windscreen

front number plate deteriorated

offside steering rack arm has slight freeplay

Fail 18 Dec 2013 145,756 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

chip in windscreen

front number plate deteriorated

offside steering rack arm has slight freeplay

Pass 20 Dec 2012 126,180 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2012 126,052 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2011 108,357 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Dec 2011 108,357 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Dec 2010 94,584 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 81,651 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2008 65,580 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2007 48,008 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 38,203 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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BF53 VTK is a 2003 Volvo V70 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BF53 VTK, 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 BF53 VTK registered?

BF53 VTK is a 2003 Volvo V70, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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