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BK53 ZVA

2003 Volvo V40

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2014
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

266,371 mi
Last recorded266,371 miles
Recorded on20 May 2013
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 ZVA
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 20 May 2013 266,371 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 242,025 miles

airbag light on

both front bottom pivot gaiters cracking

n/s/r tyre getting low

slight play in n/s track rod joint

stone chip in windscreen

Pass 6 Jan 2012 220,645 miles

clutch pedal rubber worn

n/s dip beam pddr beam pattern

n/s side light not working

Pass 7 Jul 2011 198,712 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 176,087 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 135,596 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 123,344 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2007 108,619 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 94,493 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 ZVA is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ZVA, 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 ZVA registered?

BK53 ZVA is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 13 October 2003.

Is BK53 ZVA safe to buy?

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