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SW53 MBX

2003 Volvo XC90

Green Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

198,009 mi
Last recorded198,009 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Volvo XC90102,129 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW53 MBX
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2021 198,009 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 184,937 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

exhaust system corroded

Fail 11 Jan 2021 184,937 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 15 Apr 2019 164,672 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 159,626 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 149,613 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 139,955 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2015 132,778 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 124,584 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 124,581 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 114,596 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 106,004 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 106,004 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 96,528 miles

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 83,862 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 71,156 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 51,381 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 40,607 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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SW53 MBX is a 2003 Volvo XC90 in Green with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SW53 MBX, 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

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What year was SW53 MBX registered?

SW53 MBX is a 2003 Volvo XC90, first registered on 5 September 2003.

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