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BN53 VJD

2003 Volvo V70

Green Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2024
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

148,133 mi
Last recorded148,133 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Volvo V70110,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 VJD
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Fail 19 Nov 2024 148,133 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Fog lamps inoperative and wiring hanging N/S/F

Pass 14 Dec 2023 141,149 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2023 141,141 miles

Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both sides (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 136,484 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2022 136,473 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inside side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Nov 2021 127,430 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 30 Nov 2020 118,834 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 10 Sep 2019 117,530 miles

rear exhaust hanger broken

Fail 10 Sep 2019 117,530 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

rear exhaust hanger broken

Pass 17 Sep 2018 113,509 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Sep 2018 113,509 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 107,905 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 101,982 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 97,092 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Sep 2015 97,087 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2014 93,641 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 88,915 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 82,547 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 76,006 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2010 70,143 miles

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

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 27 Sep 2010 70,143 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 63,714 miles

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

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

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

front disc inner faces corroded

Pass 9 Sep 2008 58,103 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 51,171 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 51,171 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 42,531 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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BN53 VJD is a 2003 Volvo V70 in Green with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 VJD, 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 BN53 VJD registered?

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

Is BN53 VJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 VJD shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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