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FX53 POV

2003 Volvo XC90

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

140,438 mi
Last recorded140,438 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Volvo XC90102,129 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 POV
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2021 140,438 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 110,819 miles

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Fail 25 Jul 2019 110,811 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Position lamp not working both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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Pass 7 Jul 2018 104,328 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 102,105 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 99,060 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 95,765 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 93,093 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 89,725 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 85,914 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 83,635 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 81,176 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 78,755 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 69,223 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 54,590 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 39,430 miles

All four tyres low tread.

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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FX53 POV is a 2003 Volvo XC90 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 FX53 POV, 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 FX53 POV registered?

FX53 POV is a 2003 Volvo XC90, first registered on 3 December 2003.

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