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GF03 VJV

2003 Volvo XC70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

241,837 mi
Last recorded241,837 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Volvo XC70113,777 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF03 VJV
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2019 241,837 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2019 241,836 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 232,567 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2018 232,563 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 224,575 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 224,575 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 216,827 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 206,327 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 206,320 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 17 May 2014 199,295 miles
Fail 17 May 2014 199,295 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 184,650 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 184,625 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) excessively corroded (2.3.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 173,190 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 158,428 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 158,428 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 144,780 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 131,189 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 107,105 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 98,747 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2007 98,747 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2006 84,995 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 26 Oct 2006 84,978 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 129,031 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo XC70?

Based on 361,836 MOT tests across 23,034 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,931
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
23,034
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 4,853
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,268
Registration plate lamp not working 3,654
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,754
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,697
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GF03 VJV is a 2003 Volvo XC70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2003 Volvo XC70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 113,777 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 XC70 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 4,853 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF03 VJV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC70 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Volvo XC70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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GF03 VJV is a 2003 Volvo XC70, first registered on 15 May 2003.

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