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GX53 VGP

2004 Volvo XC70

Green Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

139,727 mi
Last recorded139,727 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Volvo XC70114,093 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 VGP
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 139,727 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Very slight misting of oil. (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing close to legal limit. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear springs corroding. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2025 139,683 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to limit outer part of tread. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear corroding. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Aug 2025 139,678 miles

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

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded Both rear. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to limit outer part of tread. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear corroding. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 138,615 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear brake hoses have slight corrosion to ferrules. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 135,201 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 133,513 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2022 133,511 miles

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Tyre is hitting wheel arch liner on full lock. (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Tyre is hitting wheel arch liner on full lock. (5.2.3 (f))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2021 130,988 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 130,031 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2020 130,029 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 128,356 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 124,974 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 120,919 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 117,411 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2016 117,411 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2015 114,032 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 110,386 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 106,201 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 102,655 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

rear bumper damage

windscreen has very small stone chips on it

Pass 16 Aug 2012 102,655 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

rear bumper damage

windscreen has very small stone chips on it

Pass 9 Aug 2011 98,198 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 93,095 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2009 87,694 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

tyres wearing low

Pass 12 Aug 2009 87,694 miles

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

tyres wearing low

Pass 12 Aug 2008 79,541 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 70,627 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2008 70,627 miles

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

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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GX53 VGP is a 2004 Volvo XC70 in Green with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

Across all 2004 Volvo XC70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 114,093 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GX53 VGP, 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 22 years old, this Volvo XC70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GX53 VGP registered?

GX53 VGP is a 2004 Volvo XC70, first registered on 28 February 2004.

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