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SW03 KXP

2003 Volvo C70

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

100,423 mi
Last recorded100,423 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Volvo C7069,225 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW03 KXP
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 100,423 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both flexi at rear ns (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule axle flexi (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 94,609 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear hoses at n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear both n/s and o/s rear axle mounting bushes have perishing but not resulting in excessive movement

Rear both rear tail lights cracked but not affecting use

Fail 3 Jul 2025 94,606 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear hoses at n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear both n/s and o/s rear axle mounting bushes have perishing but not resulting in excessive movement

Rear both rear tail lights cracked but not affecting use

Pass 3 Jul 2023 91,454 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Jul 2023 91,454 miles

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 82,248 miles

Nearside Front steering lock stop deteriorated.

Offside Rear wheel arch - quarter panel corroded/holed

Pass 25 Jun 2021 80,418 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All 4 brake flexi hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Coil spring corroded All 4 coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 72,663 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Coil spring corroded x4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust corroded

x4 shockers corroded

Pass 14 Jun 2019 72,011 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 70,687 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 69,500 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 67,856 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 65,548 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 63,790 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 24 Jun 2013 62,407 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 62,407 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2012 60,789 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 60,789 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 53,311 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 47,907 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 47,905 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 43,778 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 40,502 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 40,502 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2007 34,669 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 27,805 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo C70?

Based on 351,562 MOT tests across 21,746 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
4,929
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
21,746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,186
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,456
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,364
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5,005
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,837
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SW03 KXP is a 2003 Volvo C70 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 69,225 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo C70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,186 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SW03 KXP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo C70 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Volvo C70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SW03 KXP registered?

SW03 KXP is a 2003 Volvo C70, first registered on 31 July 2003.

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The MOT history for SW03 KXP shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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