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FM52 NVE

2003 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

505,263 mi
Last recorded505,263 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Volvo V70110,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM52 NVE
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2016 505,263 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

oil leak

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

steering has slight play inner tie rod offside

Pass 18 Jun 2015 499,301 miles

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

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 493,120 miles

Oil leak

Fail 30 Jun 2014 493,050 miles

Centre Lower Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

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

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Jun 2013 474,316 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 467,674 miles

corrosion to rear shockers - n/s/r slightly damp ???

delaminating front and rear number plate

front tyres worn inner edges - n/s/f bold inner edge

n/s/f wishbone front bush splitting/getting weak - slight wear to o/s/f bush

some corrosion to exhaust back box

some corrosion/wear to rear discs

windscreen chipped

Fail 20 Feb 2012 467,673 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

windscreen chipped

corrosion to rear shockers - n/s/r slightly damp ???

delaminating front and rear number plate

front tyres worn inner edges - n/s/f bold inner edge

heavy perishing to front brake hoses - recommend replace

n/s/f wishbone front bush splitting/getting weak - slight wear to o/s/f bush

some corrosion to exhaust back box

some corrosion/wear to rear discs

Pass 8 Feb 2011 453,003 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2011 452,923 miles

Nearside Front Steering lock stop damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2010 440,315 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 428,619 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 418,455 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2008 418,455 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2007 348,112 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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FM52 NVE is a 2003 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FM52 NVE, 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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FM52 NVE is a 2003 Volvo V70, first registered on 27 January 2003.

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