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BK53 ZTL

2003 Volvo V40

Silver Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

52,804 mi
Last recorded52,804 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 ZTL
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2013 52,804 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2012 46,245 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 37,070 miles

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

n.s.f. side light dim

slight damage to n.s.f. tyre sidewall

Fail 3 Feb 2011 35,850 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2011 35,850 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 32,536 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 29,747 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 25,028 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 22,186 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 19,845 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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BK53 ZTL is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Silver with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 ZTL, 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

How do I check the history of BK53 ZTL?

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What year was BK53 ZTL registered?

BK53 ZTL is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is BK53 ZTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK53 ZTL shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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