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YG53 DBY

2003 Volvo V70

Grey Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

182,049 mi
Last recorded182,049 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Volvo V70110,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG53 DBY
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 15 Dec 2020 182,049 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar insecurely attached Both 'D' mount bushings worn (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine has Misfire

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both inner and outer bushings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both inner and outer bushings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake lever has very little reserve travel

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

Pass 20 Sep 2019 177,598 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 173,340 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 173,049 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 165,189 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 10 Aug 2016 165,189 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 154,800 miles

Oil leak from front of engine

Pass 28 Aug 2014 145,776 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 145,686 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2013 133,913 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 121,019 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 110,281 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 96,696 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 80,026 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 71,460 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 5 Sep 2007 57,241 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2007 57,241 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 38,533 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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YG53 DBY is a 2003 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YG53 DBY, 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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YG53 DBY is a 2003 Volvo V70, first registered on 2 September 2003.

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