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AT53 CVZ

2003 Volvo V40

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

94,888 mi
Last recorded94,888 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAT53 CVZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2019 94,888 miles

Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 92,931 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 89,230 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured fading to white (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 85,745 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 85,745 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 81,192 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 77,306 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Aug 2014 77,306 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 72,033 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Aug 2013 72,033 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 67,929 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 57,530 miles

Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 57,530 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 47,132 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 29,997 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 17,371 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 15,064 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 11,557 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo V40?

Based on 1,865,374 MOT tests across 172,439 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,937
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
172,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 66,595
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 49,904
Brake pipe excessively corroded 43,421
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 28,897
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 27,218
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AT53 CVZ is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Volvo V40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 91,199 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo V40 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 66,595 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AT53 CVZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V40 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Volvo V40 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AT53 CVZ registered?

AT53 CVZ is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is AT53 CVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AT53 CVZ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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