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HX53 EPC

2003 Volvo XC70

Blue Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

354,012 mi
Last recorded354,012 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Volvo XC70113,777 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 EPC
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 354,012 miles

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 336,227 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 317,595 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 301,823 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 285,901 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2021 285,901 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 275,513 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2020 275,513 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 263,445 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 253,072 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 240,756 miles

Offside Rear Inner low

Pass 17 Oct 2016 228,231 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 215,410 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 200,114 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 180,146 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Oct 2013 180,145 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2012 161,372 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 150,925 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 138,522 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 119,307 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 101,687 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 82,212 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 60,709 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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HX53 EPC is a 2003 Volvo XC70 in Blue with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 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 HX53 EPC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HX53 EPC registered?

HX53 EPC is a 2003 Volvo XC70, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is HX53 EPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX53 EPC shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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