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YF53 LXY

2003 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

138,567 mi
Last recorded138,567 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Volvo V70110,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF53 LXY
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2019 138,567 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 135,739 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 133,149 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 131,948 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 129,487 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2013 125,426 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 121,706 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 118,414 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 112,144 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 106,813 miles

slight play in rear anti roll bar mounts

Fail 13 Jan 2010 106,813 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

slight play in rear anti roll bar mounts

Pass 27 Jan 2009 99,776 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 99,776 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

front brake discs and pads wearing thin

Pass 25 Jan 2008 91,687 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

nearside front wheel rubbing inner arch

offside front wheel rubbing inner arch

Pass 29 Jan 2007 80,439 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 77,747 miles

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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YF53 LXY is a 2003 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YF53 LXY, 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 YF53 LXY registered?

YF53 LXY is a 2003 Volvo V70, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is YF53 LXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF53 LXY shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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