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2003 Volvo V70 2.4L Diesel · YY53 EWB

YY53 EWB

2003 Volvo V70 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 28/09/2003. Recorded mileage 267,551 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
VOLVO V70
Year / Origin
2003 · Beverley / Hull
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 14/04/2025
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
267,551 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 14/04/2025
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2003
Engine
2401cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The 2003 Volvo V70 is roadworthy, having passed the 2024-03-18 MOT at 267,551 miles with no defects recorded, indicating a stable maintenance trend. Mileage has increased from 238,010 miles on 2022-04-07 to 267,551 miles by 2024-03-18, a rise of roughly 9,540 miles over two years, or about 4,770 miles per year, which is below the typical 11,600 miles per year for a 23‑year‑old vehicle and suggests relatively light recent use. A buyer should therefore inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for wear, examine the brake discs and calipers for scoring or binding, check the chassis and wheel arches for structural rust, and assess the exhaust system condition, as these components are prone to fatigue at high mileage despite the clean MOT history.

YY53 EWB Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 18/03/2024
  • 267,551 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)
! Older vehicle
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YY53 EWB Mileage History

  1. 07/04/2022238,010 mi
  2. 05/04/2023260,496 mi+22,486 mi
  3. 18/03/2024267,551 mi+7,055 mi
  4. 18/03/2024267,551 mi

Average of roughly 15,175 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

YY53 EWB MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 27 Sept 2026, 14:36
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Volvo V70 (YY53 EWB) between April 2022 and March 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 18 March 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 11 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.

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ADVISORY