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CE53 YHL

2003 Volvo S40

Silver Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

47,890 mi
Last recorded47,890 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE53 YHL
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2023 47,890 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 47,868 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 47,772 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 47,419 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2020 47,419 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 47,005 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2019 47,005 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Nov 2018 46,780 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 46,989 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 46,989 miles

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

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 46,930 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 46,013 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 45,661 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 45,279 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 4,490 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 44,682 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 44,363 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 43,513 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 37,317 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 30,823 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 23,025 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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CE53 YHL is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 CE53 YHL, 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 CE53 YHL registered?

CE53 YHL is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is CE53 YHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE53 YHL shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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