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AX53 LAA

2003 Volvo V40

Silver Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

101,895 mi
Last recorded101,895 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 LAA
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2023 101,895 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all4 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2022 90,361 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

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

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

Rear Central Rear center to rear box flange corroded

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 74,564 miles

Central Rear center to rear box flange corroded

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

Offside Front Inner tyre slightly worn on inner shoulder

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

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

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

Fail 18 Nov 2021 74,538 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Rear center to rear box flange corroded

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

Offside Front Inner tyre slightly worn on inner shoulder

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

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 58,622 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread suggest replacement (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear slight surface corrosion on chassis

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 23 Nov 2020 58,621 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working side position marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working side position marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread suggest replacement (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front side marker light in op

Nearside Rear slight surface corrosion on chassis

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear side marker light in op

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

Pass 23 Nov 2019 43,688 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2018 43,040 miles

front pads getting low look to be about 2to3mm left /inner pads not seen

small rust on both front to rear brake pipes /at rear

Pass 21 Nov 2017 42,394 miles

small rust on both front to rear brake pipes /off side rear and near side rear /at rear

Fail 20 Nov 2017 42,394 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Upper coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

small rust on both front to rear brake pipes /off side rear and near side rear /at rear

Pass 30 Nov 2016 40,770 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 37,160 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 33,920 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 3 Dec 2013 31,939 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 30,363 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 28,238 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2010 25,534 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2010 25,534 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 23,227 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 19,545 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 16,036 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 12,638 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
Full Volvo V40 reliability report

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AX53 LAA is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Silver with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AX53 LAA, 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 AX53 LAA registered?

AX53 LAA is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 16 December 2003.

Is AX53 LAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX53 LAA shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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