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RG53 FXE

2004 Volvo XC70

Blue Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

105,969 mi
Last recorded105,969 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Volvo XC70114,093 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG53 FXE
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 105,969 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2024 105,419 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 96,894 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 93,735 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 87,344 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 84,035 miles

Front Upper Engine mounting damaged but not to excess slight cracking (6.1.8 (a) (i))

rear exhaust box corroded

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Jun 2020 79,452 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 2 Sep 2019 76,000 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 74,973 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 71,046 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 68,519 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2017 68,519 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2016 64,703 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 61,788 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 57,333 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2013 52,577 miles

n/s/r tyre wall slight worn

Pass 24 Jan 2012 48,350 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 43,717 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 39,452 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 34,681 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 27,309 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 21,742 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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RG53 FXE is a 2004 Volvo XC70 in Blue with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 RG53 FXE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RG53 FXE registered?

RG53 FXE is a 2004 Volvo XC70, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is RG53 FXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RG53 FXE shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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