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FV03 FHR

2003 Volvo C70

Grey Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

101,268 mi
Last recorded101,268 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Volvo C7069,225 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV03 FHR
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2015 101,268 miles

advise play in rack

Fail 6 Aug 2015 101,268 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

advise play in rack

Fail 27 Jul 2014 89,448 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Jul 2014 89,448 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2013 77,201 miles

front pads low

Fail 4 Aug 2013 77,201 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front pads low

Fail 2 Aug 2012 67,171 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 67,171 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 54,983 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 47,310 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 47,310 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front wipers starting to split

rear number plate insecure

slight play o/s steering rack arm

Pass 7 Aug 2009 38,323 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front steering arms have slight play

front number plate cracked

Pass 4 Aug 2008 29,643 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 27,424 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 23,679 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo C70?

Based on 351,562 MOT tests across 21,746 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
4,929
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
21,746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,186
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,456
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,364
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5,005
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,837
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FV03 FHR is a 2003 Volvo C70 in Grey with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 69,225 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo C70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,186 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV03 FHR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo C70 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Volvo C70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV03 FHR registered?

FV03 FHR is a 2003 Volvo C70, first registered on 20 June 2003.

Is FV03 FHR safe to buy?

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