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AV53 NVZ

2003 Volvo V70

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

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Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Volvo V70110,133 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 NVZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026
Pass 18 Mar 2025
Pass 14 Mar 2024 130,457 miles

off side tie rod slight play

Pass 1 Mar 2023 126,034 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 122,715 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 118,541 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 115,124 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 110,711 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 105,535 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 101,638 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 97,969 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 95,489 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 91,569 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2013 87,665 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 82,619 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 81,067 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 77,209 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 75,014 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 70,950 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 51,830 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 51,830 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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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AV53 NVZ is a 2003 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 AV53 NVZ, 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

How do I check the history of AV53 NVZ?

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What year was AV53 NVZ registered?

AV53 NVZ is a 2003 Volvo V70, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is AV53 NVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV53 NVZ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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