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AP03 GPJ

2003 Volvo V70

Green Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

124,929 mi
Last recorded124,929 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Volvo V70110,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 GPJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 124,929 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 30 May 2026 124,929 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 23 Jun 2025 123,239 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2025 123,239 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2024 121,220 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 119,212 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 117,992 miles

Offside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 115,932 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2021 115,900 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jun 2020 113,330 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2020 113,330 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 109,864 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 106,181 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 102,494 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 97,042 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 92,972 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 87,367 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 81,616 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 76,709 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 69,999 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 63,553 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 61,154 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 48,809 miles

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 26,038 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 21,496 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 21,430 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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AP03 GPJ is a 2003 Volvo V70 in Green with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AP03 GPJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP03 GPJ registered?

AP03 GPJ is a 2003 Volvo V70, first registered on 20 June 2003.

Is AP03 GPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP03 GPJ shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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