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BL03 XAE

2003 Volvo S70

Yellow Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

220,032 mi
Last recorded220,032 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL03 XAE
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2017 220,032 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Oil leak ()

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

Fail 2 Sep 2017 220,032 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Oil leak ()

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2015 194,558 miles

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

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Fail 21 Dec 2015 194,558 miles

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

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

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 22 Dec 2014
Fail 20 Jun 2014 172,919 miles

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

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

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)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 160,411 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 160,411 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2012 149,891 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 18 Jul 2011 143,456 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 133,912 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 119,425 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 107,414 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 91,585 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 76,312 miles

deteriation to all brake discs

How Reliable is the Volvo S70?

Based on 77,770 MOT tests across 7,179 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
5,235
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
7,179
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,223
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,207
position lamp(s) not working 2,216
Direction indicator incorrect colour 2,212
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,143
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BL03 XAE is a 2003 Volvo S70 in Yellow with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

The most common reason a Volvo S70 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 3,223 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BL03 XAE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S70 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Volvo S70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BL03 XAE registered?

BL03 XAE is a 2003 Volvo S70, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is BL03 XAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL03 XAE shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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