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CX53 OBJ

2003 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

70,589 mi
Last recorded70,589 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Volvo V70110,133 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 OBJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 70,589 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 62,856 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 51,917 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 38,568 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 37,649 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 37,273 miles

headlamp masks fitted

Pass 28 May 2019 36,444 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 35,622 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush On Offside Front Wishbone. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 34,668 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 33,700 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Jun 2016 33,661 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 33,040 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 32,578 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 31,950 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 31,460 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 30,703 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 29,959 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 28,951 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 28,098 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 26,668 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 26,668 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 25,275 miles

slight front brake imbalance

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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CX53 OBJ is a 2003 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 CX53 OBJ, 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

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What year was CX53 OBJ registered?

CX53 OBJ is a 2003 Volvo V70, first registered on 10 September 2003.

Is CX53 OBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX53 OBJ shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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