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DF53 MVV

2003 Volvo V70

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

126,903 mi
Last recorded126,903 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Volvo V70110,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 MVV
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2015 126,903 miles

Nearside Outer Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Outer Front suspension has slight movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 22 Nov 2014 119,060 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 110,852 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 103,739 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 96,752 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 87,373 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Nov 2010 87,373 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 26 Nov 2009 74,060 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2009 73,697 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2008 58,792 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2008 58,792 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 9 Nov 2007 44,444 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 31,099 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2006 31,099 miles

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

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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DF53 MVV is a 2003 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DF53 MVV, 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 DF53 MVV registered?

DF53 MVV is a 2003 Volvo V70, first registered on 29 November 2003.

Is DF53 MVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 MVV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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