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BG53 OMK

2003 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

114,183 mi
Last recorded114,183 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 OMK
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2016 114,183 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 26 Apr 2016 114,183 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 104,386 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 104,386 miles

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

Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 93,912 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 93,912 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 82,642 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 72,374 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2011 63,400 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear discs worn

Pass 28 Apr 2011 63,400 miles

both rear discs worn

Pass 29 Apr 2010 54,346 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 44,105 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 29,995 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 22,012 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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BG53 OMK is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BG53 OMK, 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

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What year was BG53 OMK registered?

BG53 OMK is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is BG53 OMK safe to buy?

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