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FL53 KGJ

2003 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

245,903 mi
Last recorded245,903 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Volvo V70110,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 KGJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2023 245,903 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2023 245,903 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Strut Top (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Strut Top (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play Top Mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 222,937 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Under engine area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Aug 2022 222,896 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fluid leak, but not excessive Under engine area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 204,528 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2021 204,523 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 194,103 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 186,445 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 172,849 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 159,735 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 148,734 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 135,437 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 121,367 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 105,151 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 90,433 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 76,743 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 62,415 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 50,164 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 42,060 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 33,895 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2007 33,895 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 27,589 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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FL53 KGJ is a 2003 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FL53 KGJ, 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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FL53 KGJ is a 2003 Volvo V70, first registered on 12 September 2003.

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