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CE53 PHN

2003 Volvo V70

Black Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,275 mi
Last recorded95,275 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Volvo V70110,133 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE53 PHN
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2019 95,275 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 83,726 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 83,726 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 May 2017 71,922 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 59,993 miles

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

Rear exhaust bracket corroded but system still secure

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

sill covers

Pass 25 Apr 2014 44,888 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 23 Apr 2013 38,747 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 35,212 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 35,212 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 33,255 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 31,029 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 29,469 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2008 29,469 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 26,702 miles

nearside front tyre, outer wall cut, no structure cord visable

Pass 19 Sep 2006 21,662 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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CE53 PHN is a 2003 Volvo V70 in Black with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CE53 PHN, 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 CE53 PHN registered?

CE53 PHN is a 2003 Volvo V70, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is CE53 PHN safe to buy?

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