2003 Volvo S60 2.4L Diesel · HV53 AHY
2003 Volvo S60 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 05 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 199,303 miles. MOT valid until 04 Oct 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO S60
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 199,303 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HV53 AHY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/10/2026
- 199,303 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 12 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HV53 AHY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Volvo S60 (HV53 AHY) between October 2022 and October 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 22 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (8 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Windscreen (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 22 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
HV53 AHY Mileage History
- 06/10/2022175,839 mi
- 04/10/2023181,995 mi+6,156 mi
- 03/10/2024187,488 mi+5,493 mi
- 30/09/2025192,917 mi+5,429 mi
- 02/10/2026199,303 mi+6,386 mi
Average of roughly 5,882 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volvo S60 (P2)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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VOLVO S60 Model Intelligence & Reliability
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Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2003 model year cars.
- AW55 automatic gearbox flare and valve-body wearSerious
Five-speed automatics can flare between gears, thump into drive or slip once warm if fluid changes have been ignored.
- PCV system blockage and oil leaksModerate
Five-cylinder petrol engines build crankcase pressure when the breather system blocks, pushing oil out of seals and making the engine smoky or sweaty.
- DIM cluster failureModerate
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