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CP53 UNM

2003 Volvo V40

Grey Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

142,847 mi
Last recorded142,847 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2024
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP53 UNM
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2024 142,847 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s and o/s ()

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 141,661 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 16 Mar 2023 141,650 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 139,982 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 131,955 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 118,047 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 104,136 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 97,069 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 90,490 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2016 90,490 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 84,250 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 77,138 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 70,928 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 65,028 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2012 65,028 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2011 59,048 miles

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

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 29 Oct 2010 53,169 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2010 53,169 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

o/s/r side marker inop

Pass 6 Nov 2009 47,066 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 40,065 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 33,714 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 26,425 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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CP53 UNM is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 CP53 UNM, 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 CP53 UNM registered?

CP53 UNM is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 26 December 2003.

Is CP53 UNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP53 UNM shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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