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DU53 URP

2003 Volvo V70

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

241,112 mi
Last recorded241,112 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2024
Typical for 2003 Volvo V70110,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU53 URP
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2024 241,112 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 233,654 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Underbody surface rust

Pass 28 Nov 2022 226,816 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 225,667 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2021 225,667 miles

Offside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 222,858 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 219,557 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear wiper split

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2019 219,555 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear wiper split

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 210,807 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Oct 2018 210,807 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor excessively damaged (1.6 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 201,500 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear exhaust hanger broken but exhaust is supported but in time may cause issues if not repaired

Pass 7 Nov 2016 189,957 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 176,345 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 163,078 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 147,483 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 137,415 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 124,968 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 117,493 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 108,053 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 89,827 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 72,790 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 54,748 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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DU53 URP is a 2003 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 DU53 URP, 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 DU53 URP registered?

DU53 URP is a 2003 Volvo V70, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is DU53 URP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU53 URP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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