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GJ03 UMZ

2003 Volvo C70

Grey Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

81,723 mi
Last recorded81,723 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2023
Typical for 2003 Volvo C7069,225 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ03 UMZ
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2023 81,723 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 56,298 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 53,307 miles

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

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

Rear exhaust bracket corroding

both rear tyres slight cracking and perishing

Pass 2 Oct 2019 53,298 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Fail 2 Oct 2019 53,296 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2017 53,232 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 53,198 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 50,543 miles

Nearside Front cracking to tyre

Pass 27 Oct 2014 49,696 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 47,006 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 44,905 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 42,209 miles

Front brake discs pitted and worn

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

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

Wear in offside of steering rack

Pass 26 Oct 2010 39,000 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 35,742 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 29,834 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 29,506 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 27,981 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 21,713 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo C70?

Based on 351,562 MOT tests across 21,746 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
4,929
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
21,746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,186
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,456
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,364
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5,005
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,837
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GJ03 UMZ is a 2003 Volvo C70 in Grey with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2003 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 69,225 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo C70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,186 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GJ03 UMZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo C70 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Volvo C70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJ03 UMZ registered?

GJ03 UMZ is a 2003 Volvo C70, first registered on 10 March 2003.

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