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PE53 SWJ

2003 Volvo XC90

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

128,297 mi
Last recorded128,297 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Volvo XC90102,129 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE53 SWJ
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2017 128,297 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 122,050 miles

wiper poor

Pass 9 Sep 2015 113,908 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 105,565 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 99,057 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 90,707 miles

front discs poor

Pass 14 Sep 2011 81,134 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 70,217 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 59,602 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 15 Sep 2008 47,877 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2008 47,877 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2007 35,907 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 22,368 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo XC90?

Based on 1,122,947 MOT tests across 82,375 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
8,281
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
82,375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23,030
position lamp(s) not working 22,417
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21,465
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,860
Registration plate lamp not working 14,842
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PE53 SWJ is a 2003 Volvo XC90 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2003 Volvo XC90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 102,129 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo XC90 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 23,030 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PE53 SWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC90 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Volvo XC90 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PE53 SWJ registered?

PE53 SWJ is a 2003 Volvo XC90, first registered on 17 October 2003.

Is PE53 SWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE53 SWJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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