2003 Volvo XC90 2.4L Diesel · WU53 PTO
2003 Volvo XC90 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 03 Oct 2003. Recorded mileage 236,495 miles. MOT expired on 07 Feb 2024.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO XC90
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 07 Feb 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 236,495 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WU53 PTO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/02/2023
- 236,495 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WU53 PTO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Volvo Xc90 (WU53 PTO) between January 2022 and February 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 03 February 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
WU53 PTO Mileage History
- 21/01/2022233,580 mi
- 02/02/2022233,790 mi+210 mi
- 08/02/2022233,807 mi+17 mi
- 01/02/2023236,489 mi+2,682 mi
- 03/02/2023236,495 mi+6 mi
Average of roughly 2,818 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volvo XC90 (Gen 1)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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- AWD / DEM module failureModerate
Haldex pump or DEM faults can quietly disable the rear axle, leaving the XC90 driving like a front-wheel-drive car until traction is really needed.
- Automatic gearbox wearSerious
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- Front suspension arm and top mount wearModerate
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