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BT53 VKP

2003 Volvo S40

Black Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

111,931 mi
Last recorded111,931 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 VKP
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2014 111,931 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2014 111,931 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2012 105,176 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 95,197 miles

Engine light on Airbag light on

Fail 8 Dec 2011 95,197 miles

Engine light on Airbag light on

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Dec 2010 83,144 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2010 83,144 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Dec 2009 79,122 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2009 79,100 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2008 74,421 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 68,711 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 59,503 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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BT53 VKP is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BT53 VKP, 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.

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What year was BT53 VKP registered?

BT53 VKP is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is BT53 VKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT53 VKP shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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