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EX03 KPJ

2003 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2014
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

213,149 mi
Last recorded213,149 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2013
Typical for 2003 Volvo V70110,133 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX03 KPJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2013 213,149 miles

nearside front tyre sidewall split

nearside rear tyre sidewall split

Fail 26 Sep 2013 213,149 miles

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

nearside rear tyre sidewall split

nearside front tyre sidewall split

Pass 28 Jun 2012 195,477 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 170,548 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 161,705 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Oil leak

nearside front wheel rubbing wheel arch

Fail 25 Jun 2010 161,705 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Oil leak

nearside front wheel rubbing wheel arch

Pass 24 Jun 2009 144,243 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 122,772 miles

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

nearside front tyre has a cut to inner sidewall but cant see cords

slight play in offside front steering arm

Pass 21 Jun 2007 102,965 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 102,965 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 83,686 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2006 83,686 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2006 77,017 miles

front and rear number plates poor

Fail 17 Mar 2006 76,497 miles

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

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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EX03 KPJ is a 2003 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EX03 KPJ, 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 EX03 KPJ registered?

EX03 KPJ is a 2003 Volvo V70, first registered on 26 March 2003.

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