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FV53 VKB

2003 Volvo XC90

Blue Petrol 2922cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

112,992 mi
Last recorded112,992 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Volvo XC90102,129 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV53 VKB
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,922cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2016 112,992 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 110,396 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 107,130 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2014 107,122 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

both inner tie rods slught play present

Pass 23 Dec 2013 103,899 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 100,735 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2012 100,728 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2011 95,798 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2010 92,143 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2010 92,141 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2009 86,998 miles

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

Fail 17 Dec 2009 86,998 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2008 74,939 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 59,690 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 46,416 miles

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

Fail 19 Dec 2006 46,416 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

How Reliable is the Volvo XC90?

Based on 1,122,947 MOT tests across 82,375 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
8,281
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
82,375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23,030
position lamp(s) not working 22,417
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21,465
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,860
Registration plate lamp not working 14,842
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FV53 VKB is a 2003 Volvo XC90 in Blue with a 2,922cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2003 Volvo XC90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 102,129 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo XC90 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 23,030 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV53 VKB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC90 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Volvo XC90 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FV53 VKB registered?

FV53 VKB is a 2003 Volvo XC90, first registered on 30 December 2003.

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