CarVerify

Free Car Check

SO53 NBN

2003 Volvo XC90

Blue Diesel 2401cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

125,194 mi
Last recorded125,194 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Volvo XC90102,129 mi

Above 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

RegistrationSO53 NBN
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
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

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2021 125,194 miles

front abs rings heavly corroded

o/s/f n/s/f wishbone bushes heavly perished

suspension parts heavly corroded

Fail 27 Oct 2021 125,191 miles

Brake disc significantly and obviously worn rears (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) o/s/f inner arm (2.3 (a) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn n/s/f (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front tyres (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

both rear tyres very close to legal limit

front abs rings heavly corroded

o/s/f n/s/f wishbone bushes heavly perished

suspension parts heavly corroded

Pass 6 Nov 2020 119,043 miles

both front tyres on 4mm

front / rear suspension parts corroded/ suspension rubber bushes perished

fuel filler pipes wet

rear discs scored/ lipped

Pass 6 Nov 2019 113,732 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 108,531 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 103,113 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 95,744 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 87,826 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 80,948 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 73,893 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 67,348 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 61,181 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 55,435 miles

both front tyres on legal limit

Pass 16 Dec 2009 49,332 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 43,685 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 38,245 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 29,515 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2006 29,511 miles

Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

movement at rack o/side

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
Full Volvo XC90 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

SO53 NBN is a 2003 Volvo XC90 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SO53 NBN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SO53 NBN?

You can check the full history of SO53 NBN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SO53 NBN registered?

SO53 NBN is a 2003 Volvo XC90, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is SO53 NBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO53 NBN shows 18 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.

Does SO53 NBN 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 SO53 NBN. 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.