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DA52 SXX

2003 Volvo V40

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

128,083 mi
Last recorded128,083 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA52 SXX
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2015 128,083 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 115,506 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Jan 2014 115,506 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2013 100,906 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2013 100,906 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2012 86,155 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2012 86,154 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2011 74,968 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 66,056 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 58,868 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 51,300 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 42,805 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 33,058 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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DA52 SXX is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DA52 SXX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DA52 SXX registered?

DA52 SXX is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 28 January 2003.

Is DA52 SXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA52 SXX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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