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FA03 NRF

2003 Volvo S60

Green Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

189,984 mi
Last recorded189,984 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Volvo S6096,307 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA03 NRF
MakeVolvo
ModelS60
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2014 189,984 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2013 173,575 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2013 173,301 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 158,448 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2012 158,448 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Nov 2011 144,308 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Nov 2010 133,438 miles

parking brake on maximum tension 16%

Fail 26 Nov 2010 133,322 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2009 117,578 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2009 117,569 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Nov 2008 105,469 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 105,286 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Nov 2007 91,325 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 89,948 miles

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

How Reliable is the Volvo S60?

Based on 758,165 MOT tests across 54,544 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
7,442
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
54,544
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,009
position lamp(s) not working 25,933
Registration plate lamp not working 17,709
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,040
parking brake recording little or no effort 10,865
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FA03 NRF is a 2003 Volvo S60 in Green 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 S60 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 96,307 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 S60 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,009 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FA03 NRF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S60 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Volvo S60 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FA03 NRF registered?

FA03 NRF is a 2003 Volvo S60, first registered on 8 August 2003.

Is FA03 NRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA03 NRF shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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