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BK53 MRX

2003 Volvo V40

Grey Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

154,240 mi
Last recorded154,240 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 MRX
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2016 154,240 miles

Centre Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak ()

Fail 10 Oct 2016 154,240 miles

Centre Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 9 May 2015 138,144 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 133,616 miles

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 May 2013 128,161 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 121,138 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2011 114,691 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2010 109,190 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 13 May 2009 103,767 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2009 103,767 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 99,846 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 95,507 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 89,016 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 89,007 miles

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

Nearside Inner Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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BK53 MRX is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BK53 MRX, 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 BK53 MRX registered?

BK53 MRX is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 7 October 2003.

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The MOT history for BK53 MRX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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