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XL03 SEC

2003 Volvo V70

White Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2018
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

130,936 mi
Last recorded130,936 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Volvo V70110,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXL03 SEC
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Fail 26 Jan 2018 130,936 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 120,828 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2017 120,712 miles

Electronic stability system component excessively damaged anti skid light on (3.4.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Feb 2016 112,023 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 112,023 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2013 110,177 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2009 109,986 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 108,380 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 108,380 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 103,744 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 103,744 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

How Reliable is the Volvo V70?

Based on 1,930,508 MOT tests across 117,393 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
7,266
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
117,393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,106
position lamp(s) not working 56,250
Registration plate lamp not working 44,172
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 35,659
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,149
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XL03 SEC is a 2003 Volvo V70 in White with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 2003 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 110,133 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 V70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XL03 SEC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V70 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Volvo V70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was XL03 SEC registered?

XL03 SEC is a 2003 Volvo V70, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is XL03 SEC safe to buy?

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