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KU53 SBX

2003 Volvo XC70

Green Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

96,117 mi
Last recorded96,117 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 Volvo XC70113,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU53 SBX
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2013 96,117 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 15 Aug 2013 96,117 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2012 89,850 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING RACK......

Pass 25 Aug 2011 83,024 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 75,412 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 66,020 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2008 56,882 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 48,310 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 38,873 miles

Oil leak

fuel cap seal starting to crack

nsr headlamp protector missing

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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KU53 SBX is a 2003 Volvo XC70 in Green with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KU53 SBX, 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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What year was KU53 SBX registered?

KU53 SBX is a 2003 Volvo XC70, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is KU53 SBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU53 SBX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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