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BT52 WGN

2003 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

137,546 mi
Last recorded137,546 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT52 WGN
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2016 137,546 miles

Child seat fitted

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

Fail 26 Feb 2015 129,985 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s/r o/s/r coil springs rusty

Pass 26 Feb 2015 129,985 miles

n/s/r o/s/r coil springs rusty

Fail 3 Feb 2014 120,210 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Feb 2014 120,210 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jan 2013 113,097 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 111,081 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 108,616 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 105,675 miles

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

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

nail in n/s/r tyre

poor wear pattern on rear tyres with thin inside edges

Pass 5 Feb 2009 86,623 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2008 54,011 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 35,713 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2007 35,713 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2006 24,258 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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BT52 WGN 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 78.6%.

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 BT52 WGN, 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 BT52 WGN registered?

BT52 WGN is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is BT52 WGN safe to buy?

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