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KP53 GDX

2003 Volvo C70

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

95,908 mi
Last recorded95,908 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Volvo C7069,225 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP53 GDX
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 95,908 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2026 95,842 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Power steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2025 86,741 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 17 Jun 2025 86,741 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 78,452 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 70,948 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 62,790 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear pads look low through wheel (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Sat nav holder in centre of screen

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Close to the limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Gaiter split but still protecting the ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Uneven brake wear across the front axle

Pass 14 Jun 2021 54,180 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 48,509 miles

nearside & offside front tyres sidewalsl perishing

Pass 16 Aug 2019 40,562 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

offside front wiper blade deteriorating

Pass 30 Jan 2018 40,520 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 40,483 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 40,407 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2015 39,937 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 14 Feb 2015 39,937 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 39,030 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2013 38,568 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 38,568 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 37,850 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 36,576 miles

Offside Front 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 12 Jan 2010 34,728 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 29,568 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 27,375 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 20,634 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo C70?

Based on 351,562 MOT tests across 21,746 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
4,929
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
21,746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,186
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,456
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,364
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5,005
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,837
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KP53 GDX is a 2003 Volvo C70 in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 69,225 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo C70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,186 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KP53 GDX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo C70 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Volvo C70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KP53 GDX registered?

KP53 GDX is a 2003 Volvo C70, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is KP53 GDX safe to buy?

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