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YF03 JVA

2003 Volvo V70

Black Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

164,221 mi
Last recorded164,221 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Volvo V70110,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF03 JVA
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 164,221 miles

Offside Front fog lamp not working

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 155,767 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2023 150,033 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 146,875 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2021 146,480 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

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

fuel flap hinge broken

Pass 16 Sep 2020 139,589 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2020 139,541 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2019 139,435 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 137,987 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 133,931 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2017 133,931 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 130,173 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 125,099 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2014 117,557 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 110,543 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2012 103,051 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2011 94,315 miles

front brake pads worn

front tyres worn

osf tyre cracked on inside edge

stone chip in screen

wiper blades slightly smearing

Pass 6 Mar 2010 88,383 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 83,273 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 77,640 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 11 Mar 2008 77,640 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 71,699 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 71,697 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 57,058 miles

wheels changed at time of test to avoid fouling

Fail 31 May 2006 57,058 miles

Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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YF03 JVA is a 2003 Volvo V70 in Black with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YF03 JVA, 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 YF03 JVA registered?

YF03 JVA is a 2003 Volvo V70, first registered on 13 June 2003.

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