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BP53 SKF

2003 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

197,925 mi
Last recorded197,925 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Volvo V70110,133 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP53 SKF
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2016 197,925 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2016 197,925 miles

Front engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement engine-gearbox support (6.1.D.1a)

Offside engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working both sides (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 186,133 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Jan 2015 167,007 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 8 Jan 2015 167,007 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2013 147,772 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2013 147,772 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 132,155 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 118,212 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 94,876 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2011 94,876 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 8 Jan 2010 80,904 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 65,784 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2009 65,784 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 2 Jan 2008 51,404 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 39,623 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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BP53 SKF is a 2003 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BP53 SKF, 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 BP53 SKF registered?

BP53 SKF is a 2003 Volvo V70, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is BP53 SKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP53 SKF shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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