The road tax status for OV53 USB is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for OV53 USB?

The MOT for OV53 USB is valid and due for renewal on or before 26 August 2022.

What is the recorded mileage of OV53 USB?

The recorded mileage for OV53 USB is 152,619 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is OV53 USB ULEZ compliant?

No, OV53 USB does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2003 Volvo V70 2.4L Petrol · OV53 USB

OV53 USB

2003 Volvo V70 (2.4L, petrol). First registered 31 Oct 2003. Recorded mileage 152,619 miles. MOT expired on 26 Aug 2022.

Make & Model: VOLVO V70
Year / Origin: 2003 · Oxford
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Expired on 26 Aug 2022
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 152,619 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.4L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

2003

Engine

2435cc

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OV53 USB Key Findings

21 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 25/08/2021
152,619 miles recorded at latest MOT
5 historical MOT failures
10 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (20 mentions)

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OV53 USB MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 1 Nov 2026, 05:39

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21 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Volvo V70 (OV53 USB) between August 2006 and August 2021.

The record contains 16 passes and 5 failures.

The most recent test on 25 August 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (20 issues), Tyres (16 issues), Suspension (10 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 51 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)”; “Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)”; “Outer Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)”.

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OV53 USB Mileage History

07/08/200639,632 mi
24/07/200753,986 mi+14,354 mi
30/07/200866,535 mi+12,549 mi
24/07/200976,040 mi+9,505 mi
27/07/200976,040 mi
22/07/201085,094 mi+9,054 mi
22/07/201085,095 mi+1 mi
01/08/201195,251 mi+10,156 mi
01/08/201195,251 mi
06/08/2012100,851 mi+5,600 mi
08/08/2013104,846 mi+3,995 mi
30/07/2014104,954 mi+108 mi
30/07/2014104,954 mi
08/08/2015113,976 mi+9,022 mi
23/07/2016121,796 mi+7,820 mi
22/07/2017128,571 mi+6,775 mi
14/07/2018135,673 mi+7,102 mi
27/08/2019144,148 mi+8,475 mi
19/08/2020149,072 mi+4,924 mi
19/08/2020149,072 mi
25/08/2021152,619 mi+3,547 mi

Average of roughly 7,508 miles per year across 21 recorded odometer readings.

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