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GJ53 OSO

2003 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

195,254 mi
Last recorded195,254 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2022
Typical for 2003 Volvo V70110,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ53 OSO
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2022 195,254 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 194,162 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 184,799 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 174,756 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 162,687 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 148,481 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 133,935 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 117,271 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 101,706 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 84,643 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 72,376 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 65,265 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 57,796 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 57,796 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 50,868 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 40,662 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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GJ53 OSO is a 2003 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 GJ53 OSO, 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 GJ53 OSO registered?

GJ53 OSO is a 2003 Volvo V70, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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The MOT history for GJ53 OSO shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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