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DA53 FXZ

2003 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

258,188 mi
Last recorded258,188 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Volvo V70110,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA53 FXZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 258,188 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2025 244,559 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 226,746 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OSF lower arm has a worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 203,587 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 174,933 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 153,053 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 137,843 miles

Central Rear Central rear seatbelt has dog harness attached so unable to test

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

Pass 20 Sep 2019 124,052 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 95,607 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 95,607 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Sep 2017 77,203 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 77,198 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 72,310 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2016 72,301 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 69,876 miles

coolant low

corrosion rear brake discs

rear brake binding

Fail 25 Sep 2015 69,873 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center pipe (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported center pipe brackets broken x2 (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

coolant low

corrosion rear brake discs

rear brake binding

Pass 22 Sep 2014 65,877 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 63,600 miles

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

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

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

exhaust rear bracket snapped

Pass 11 Sep 2012 58,799 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 54,343 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 48,909 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 45,145 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 45,145 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2008 40,980 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 18 Sep 2008 40,980 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 36,559 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 27,959 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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DA53 FXZ is a 2003 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 DA53 FXZ, 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 DA53 FXZ registered?

DA53 FXZ is a 2003 Volvo V70, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is DA53 FXZ safe to buy?

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