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FE53 VKK

2003 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

140,967 mi
Last recorded140,967 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Volvo V70110,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE53 VKK
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2017 140,967 miles

rear exhaust bracket broken but exhaust secure

Fail 16 Mar 2017 140,967 miles

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

rear exhaust bracket broken but exhaust secure

Pass 17 Mar 2016 132,695 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2015 124,600 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 124,600 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 114,355 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 100,603 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 8 Mar 2013 100,603 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 16 Mar 2012 85,924 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

exhaust mounting slightly deterioated

Pass 16 Mar 2012 85,924 miles

exhaust mounting slightly deterioated

Pass 15 Mar 2011 72,749 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 54,880 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 54,880 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2009 52,493 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2007 36,656 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2007 36,656 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Sep 2006 21,409 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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FE53 VKK is a 2003 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 FE53 VKK, 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 FE53 VKK registered?

FE53 VKK is a 2003 Volvo V70, first registered on 9 September 2003.

Is FE53 VKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE53 VKK shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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