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FH53 HHP

2003 Volvo V70

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

102,443 mi
Last recorded102,443 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Volvo V70110,133 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 HHP
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2022 102,443 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 101,424 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 100,203 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2020 100,197 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 92,544 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 88,476 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2018 88,476 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low x2 (1.8)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2017 86,481 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 86,481 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 82,755 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 78,896 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2014 75,429 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 71,435 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 67,273 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 59,975 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear brake discs corroded and worn

Pass 24 Mar 2010 55,526 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 55,526 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 49,897 miles

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

surface corrosion to osr brake disc

Pass 26 Jan 2008 44,855 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 36,059 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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FH53 HHP is a 2003 Volvo V70 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FH53 HHP, 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 FH53 HHP registered?

FH53 HHP is a 2003 Volvo V70, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is FH53 HHP safe to buy?

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