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EF03 XRU

2003 Volvo V70

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

152,150 mi
Last recorded152,150 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Volvo V70110,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF03 XRU
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2016 152,150 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 145,171 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 137,949 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 127,670 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 127,670 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 116,080 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 102,183 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 102,181 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 87,243 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 71,371 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 56,573 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 56,573 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 41,359 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 26,163 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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EF03 XRU 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 78.6%.

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 EF03 XRU, 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 EF03 XRU registered?

EF03 XRU is a 2003 Volvo V70, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is EF03 XRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF03 XRU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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