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FH53 HJG

2003 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

163,292 mi
Last recorded163,292 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Volvo V70110,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 HJG
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2019 163,292 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 156,382 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 150,827 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 144,837 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 140,560 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2015 140,560 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 133,808 miles

all tyres low on tread

Fail 15 Dec 2014 133,808 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

all tyres low on tread

Pass 17 Dec 2013 126,659 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 120,719 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 113,592 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2010 107,077 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 107,077 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 11 Dec 2009 99,765 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 90,837 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Dec 2007 80,528 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2007 80,528 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 13 Dec 2006 72,917 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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FH53 HJG is a 2003 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HJG, 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 FH53 HJG registered?

FH53 HJG is a 2003 Volvo V70, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is FH53 HJG safe to buy?

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