2003 Volvo V70 2.4L Petrol · OW52 FWC
2003 Volvo V70 (2.4L, petrol). First registered 31 Jan 2003. Recorded mileage 136,411 miles. MOT expired on 19 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V70
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Oxford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 136,411 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
OW52 FWC Key Findings
- 31 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/10/2025
- 136,411 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 11 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (22 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
OW52 FWC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
31 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Volvo V70 (OW52 FWC) between January 2006 and October 2025.
The record contains 20 passes and 11 failures.
The most recent test on 21 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 11 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (22 issues), Lighting (16 issues), Suspension (16 issues), Brakes (14 issues), Steering (9 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 64 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: “Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))”; “Rear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))”.
OW52 FWC Mileage History
- 25/01/200646,076 mi
- 29/05/200770,896 mi+24,820 mi
- 02/06/200888,024 mi+17,128 mi
- 27/05/200993,518 mi+5,494 mi
- 27/05/200993,518 mi
- 31/05/201098,379 mi+4,861 mi
- 24/05/2011101,347 mi+2,968 mi
- 25/05/2011101,350 mi+3 mi
- 30/05/2012105,669 mi+4,319 mi
- 30/05/2012105,669 mi
- 07/05/2013109,673 mi+4,004 mi
- 08/05/2014110,874 mi+1,201 mi
- 01/06/2015111,999 mi+1,125 mi
- 03/06/2015112,028 mi+29 mi
- 02/06/2016112,610 mi+582 mi
- 02/06/2016112,610 mi
- 26/05/2017113,361 mi+751 mi
- 30/05/2017113,429 mi+68 mi
- 22/05/2018115,139 mi+1,710 mi
- 22/05/2019116,820 mi+1,681 mi
- 22/05/2019116,820 mi
- 19/08/2020119,146 mi+2,326 mi
- 20/08/2020119,146 mi
- 09/09/2021121,596 mi+2,450 mi
- 11/09/2021121,596 mi
- 25/08/2022125,082 mi+3,486 mi
- 25/08/2022125,082 mi
- 30/08/2023127,014 mi+1,932 mi
- 21/08/2024128,112 mi+1,098 mi
- 11/10/2024128,124 mi+12 mi
- 21/10/2025136,411 mi+8,287 mi
Average of roughly 4,577 miles per year across 31 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Known faults for Volvo V70 (P2)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (OW52 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as OW52FWC.
MINI
MINI
FORD
FIESTA
FORD
FIESTA
FORD
RANGER
FORD
FIESTA STLINE X EDITION T MHEV
HONDA
ACCORD
HONDA
CR-V
HONDA
CR-V
HONDA
CR-V
HONDA
JAZZ
PEUGEOT
307
MITSUBISHI
SPACE WAGON
VOLVO V70 Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2003 model year cars.
- AW55 automatic gearbox wearSerious
Neglected fluid changes allow the five-speed auto to flare, bang into drive or feel reluctant once fully warmed through.
- Tailgate wiring and rear wash-wipe faultsModerate
Repeated tailgate movement can break the loom and washer pipework, bringing rear wiper failure, central-locking faults or water leaks into the boot area.
- Front suspension bush and top mount wearModerate
The V70’s weight and typical family use wear front bushes, links and top mounts steadily, leaving the estate clunky and vague.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.