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EX53 UCW

2003 Volvo V70

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

205,931 mi
Last recorded205,931 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Volvo V70110,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 UCW
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2015 205,931 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 192,391 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 171,483 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2012 145,059 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 113,407 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 99,576 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 95,511 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 91,192 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 91,192 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 70,790 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 19,821 miles

fuel cap seal starting to split

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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EX53 UCW is a 2003 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 EX53 UCW, 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

How do I check the history of EX53 UCW?

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What year was EX53 UCW registered?

EX53 UCW is a 2003 Volvo V70, first registered on 20 September 2003.

Is EX53 UCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 UCW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX53 UCW have outstanding finance?

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