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BN53 HOA

2003 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

202,383 mi
Last recorded202,383 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Volvo V70110,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 HOA
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 202,383 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 200,175 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 196,916 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 191,636 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 186,908 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2021 186,908 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 182,475 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2020 182,475 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 180,218 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 173,798 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 165,549 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2016 154,911 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 142,858 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 131,316 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 120,333 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 112,804 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 100,725 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 88,419 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 77,644 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 77,644 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 64,313 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2008 64,313 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2007 51,308 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2006 40,722 miles

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

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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BN53 HOA is a 2003 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 BN53 HOA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN53 HOA?

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What year was BN53 HOA registered?

BN53 HOA is a 2003 Volvo V70, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is BN53 HOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 HOA shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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