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BD52 ZXR

2003 Volvo S40

Gold Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

58,213 mi
Last recorded58,213 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD52 ZXR
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2017 58,213 miles

o/s/f tyre badly cracked/perished

Pass 19 Oct 2016 51,479 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 50,900 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2014 50,206 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 49,024 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 47,875 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 46,698 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 44,685 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 42,275 miles

o/s/r tyre wall n/s/r tyre wall

Fail 17 Nov 2009 42,274 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

o/s/r tyre wall n/s/r tyre wall

Pass 21 Nov 2008 39,295 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 33,791 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 29,586 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 23,811 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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BD52 ZXR is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Gold with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BD52 ZXR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BD52 ZXR?

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What year was BD52 ZXR registered?

BD52 ZXR is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is BD52 ZXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD52 ZXR shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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