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AV53 NVY

2003 Volvo V40

Red Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

151,885 mi
Last recorded151,885 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 NVY
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2015 151,885 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2015 151,885 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2014 136,192 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 121,143 miles

o/s/r tyre 1mm inner edge

Pass 21 Nov 2012 107,128 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2011 93,855 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 75,718 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 62,533 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2009 62,533 miles

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 50,391 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2008 50,391 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2007 46,034 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 33,290 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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AV53 NVY is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Red with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AV53 NVY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV53 NVY registered?

AV53 NVY is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is AV53 NVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV53 NVY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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