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GJ53 OUK

2003 Volvo V70

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

132,481 mi
Last recorded132,481 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Volvo V70110,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ53 OUK
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2017 132,481 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 125,603 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded surface corrosion (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded surface corrosion (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded surface corrosion (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded surface corrosion (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (2.4.G.1)

engine cover and under-trays fitted

power steering fluid reservoir damp

Fail 9 Feb 2016 125,603 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded surface corrosion (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded surface corrosion (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded surface corrosion (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded surface corrosion (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (2.4.G.1)

engine cover and under-trays fitted

power steering fluid reservoir damp

Pass 12 Dec 2014 119,987 miles

engine mountingss faulty

Pass 6 Dec 2013 107,999 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Nov 2012 93,266 miles

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

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

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

Fail 16 Nov 2012 93,266 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2011 85,941 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 80,674 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 75,917 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 59,791 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 64,825 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 59,380 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2006 59,379 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

small lump o/s rear tyre sidewall

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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GJ53 OUK is a 2003 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GJ53 OUK, 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.

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GJ53 OUK is a 2003 Volvo V70, first registered on 19 September 2003.

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