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FP53 SWO

2003 Volvo V70

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

146,456 mi
Last recorded146,456 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Volvo V70110,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP53 SWO
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 146,456 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 144,583 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 142,505 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 140,718 miles

N/S/R & O/S/R TYRES STARTING TO PERISH

Pass 22 Feb 2022 138,921 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 136,999 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 135,082 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 130,602 miles

Offside Front tyre starting to crack and perish on outside edge

Pass 28 Feb 2018 124,583 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outside edge and at 3 mil of tread

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

Pass 23 Feb 2017 118,238 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 112,125 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 112,122 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2015 106,269 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 100,554 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Feb 2013 94,668 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Feb 2012 89,187 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Feb 2011 83,232 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 77,067 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Feb 2009 70,599 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Nov 2007 59,174 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 49,975 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2006 49,975 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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FP53 SWO is a 2003 Volvo V70 in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FP53 SWO, 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

How do I check the history of FP53 SWO?

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What year was FP53 SWO registered?

FP53 SWO is a 2003 Volvo V70, first registered on 18 November 2003.

Is FP53 SWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP53 SWO shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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