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DG53 TFX

2003 Volvo V70

Red Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

252,773 mi
Last recorded252,773 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Volvo V70110,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 TFX
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 252,773 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 251,647 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 11 Oct 2024 251,645 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 4 Nov 2023 248,260 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear brake pads low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Coil spring corroded both rear springs rusty (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2022 236,325 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2021 222,360 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear handbrake poor

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front fog light damaged

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 208,640 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear hand brake poor

Offside Front fog light lens damaged

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2020 208,639 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear hand brake poor

Offside Front fog light lens damaged

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 197,604 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 185,878 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 173,980 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 162,430 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2016 162,430 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported box (7.1.1)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 152,945 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2015 152,777 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 141,739 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2013 130,600 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 114,775 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 29 Oct 2011 101,116 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2010 86,709 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 72,105 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 57,737 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 48,498 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2007 48,498 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2006 34,990 miles

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

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

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

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

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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DG53 TFX is a 2003 Volvo V70 in Red with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 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 DG53 TFX, 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 DG53 TFX registered?

DG53 TFX is a 2003 Volvo V70, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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