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AO53 LGD

2003 Volvo S40

Green Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

91,455 mi
Last recorded91,455 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 LGD
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 91,455 miles

Nearside Rear brake back plate corroded

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outline marker lamp it has an object on the lens or source but does not have an adverse effect on light output tape on lens (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both rear tyres dated 2013

Fail 11 Nov 2025 91,453 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear brake back plate corroded

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outline marker lamp it has an object on the lens or source but does not have an adverse effect on light output tape on lens (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

all tyres dated 2013

Pass 20 Nov 2024 89,856 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 88,300 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 86,986 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 Nov 2022 86,986 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 84,244 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 82,475 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 79,890 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 76,376 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 72,311 miles

front side marker lights not working

rear exhaust flanges corroded thin

Pass 18 Nov 2016 68,299 miles

rear exhaust flanges slightly corroded

Pass 11 Nov 2015 63,725 miles

rear exhaust flange corroding

offside headlamp wiper missing

Pass 18 Nov 2014 59,240 miles

nearside front side marker light not working

Pass 13 Nov 2013 54,110 miles

exhaust flanges at rear slightly corroded

Pass 14 Nov 2012 49,476 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 44,752 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 39,108 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2009 34,003 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 28,582 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 23,901 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 21,538 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 19,192 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo S40?

Based on 1,390,271 MOT tests across 104,646 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
6,355
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
104,646
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 60,127
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 53,645
Registration plate lamp not working 51,350
Brake pipe excessively corroded 36,593
Direction indicator incorrect colour 29,671
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AO53 LGD is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Green with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 2003 Volvo S40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 76,229 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo S40 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 60,127 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO53 LGD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S40 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Volvo S40 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO53 LGD registered?

AO53 LGD is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is AO53 LGD safe to buy?

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