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AU53 ZZM

2003 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

176,272 mi
Last recorded176,272 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2013
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 ZZM
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2013 176,272 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2012 162,887 miles

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

O/s/front cv boot slightly sipping

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 149,367 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 138,574 miles

air bag warning lamp on.....

n/s/r suspension short arm outer bush bonding failing....

o/s/f & both rear tyres getting close to limit....

rear brake discs corroding.....

Pass 5 Jun 2009 131,966 miles

sill covers fitted.

o/s/r inner side light not working.

Oil leak

Fail 5 Jun 2009 131,966 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

o/s/r inner side light not working.

sill covers fitted.

Pass 19 May 2008 118,894 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 118,254 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Sep 2007 103,138 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 75,225 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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AU53 ZZM is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AU53 ZZM, 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 AU53 ZZM registered?

AU53 ZZM is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is AU53 ZZM safe to buy?

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