CarVerify

Free Car Check

SM53 DXK

2003 Volvo XC70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2023
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

117,771 mi
Last recorded117,771 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Volvo XC70113,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volvo
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM53 DXK
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2022 117,771 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2022 117,771 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2021 106,012 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Nov 2021 106,012 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 96,336 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Nov 2020 96,336 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 88,075 miles

THE PARKING BRAKE JUST PASSED THE BRAKE EFFICIENCY TEST AT 17% THE MINIMUM IS 16%

Fail 19 Nov 2019 88,075 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

THE PARKING BRAKE JUST PASSED THE BRAKE EFFICIENCY TEST AT 17% THE MINIMUM IS 16%

Pass 27 Nov 2018 79,347 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Nov 2018 79,347 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 70,843 miles

Central Front Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

rear exhaust hanger broken and not supported

Fail 8 Nov 2017 70,841 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Front Upper Fuel system component leaking poss fuel pipe on injector rail (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Central Front Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

rear exhaust hanger broken and not supported

Pass 7 Nov 2016 63,076 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2016 63,074 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Nov 2015 53,635 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2015 53,377 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 52,478 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 49,381 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 45,413 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 40,692 miles

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

slight play in n/s steering arm

Pass 12 Nov 2010 36,222 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 30,814 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 25,805 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 20,614 miles

movement at o/side rack

o/side front tyre worn on edges

Pass 10 Nov 2006 16,534 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

movement at both front lower arm bushes

movement at o/s/rack

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
Full Volvo XC70 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SM53 DXK is a 2003 Volvo XC70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SM53 DXK, 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

How do I check the history of SM53 DXK?

You can check the full history of SM53 DXK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SM53 DXK registered?

SM53 DXK is a 2003 Volvo XC70, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is SM53 DXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM53 DXK shows 25 tests with a 68% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SM53 DXK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SM53 DXK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.