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BL52 XSK

2003 Volvo V40

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

227,150 mi
Last recorded227,150 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL52 XSK
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 227,150 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Sep 2017 227,150 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 220,377 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 207,512 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 189,177 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2014 189,164 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Pass 25 Jan 2013 186,607 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 183,023 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 167,799 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 14,650 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 126,862 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 111,654 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2007 111,654 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Jan 2007 98,412 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 76,271 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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BL52 XSK is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BL52 XSK, 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.

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What year was BL52 XSK registered?

BL52 XSK is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 27 February 2003.

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