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D15 SCT

2003 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

100,794 mi
Last recorded100,794 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD15 SCT
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2013 100,794 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Oct 2013 100,794 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Nov 2012 100,783 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2012 100,782 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake cable has a seized clevis joint pivot (3.5.1c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 97,769 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2011 97,769 miles

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2010 96,013 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 96,031 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 89,772 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 68,725 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 45,254 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 19,485 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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D15 SCT is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,948cc 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 D15 SCT, 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 D15 SCT registered?

D15 SCT is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is D15 SCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for D15 SCT 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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