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WR53 GFJ

2003 Volvo XC70

Blue Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

123,925 mi
Last recorded123,925 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Volvo XC70113,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR53 GFJ
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2018 123,925 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 118,994 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2016 115,688 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 111,138 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2014 104,812 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 97,559 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 90,026 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2012 90,026 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2011 80,247 miles

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

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

front and rear brake discs corroded

Pass 2 Nov 2010 72,995 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 65,035 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 58,064 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2007 49,323 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 41,243 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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WR53 GFJ is a 2003 Volvo XC70 in Blue with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 WR53 GFJ, 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.

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What year was WR53 GFJ registered?

WR53 GFJ is a 2003 Volvo XC70, first registered on 4 November 2003.

Is WR53 GFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR53 GFJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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