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DA53 AVR

2003 Volvo S40

Black Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

154,973 mi
Last recorded154,973 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA53 AVR
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2020 154,973 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 141,582 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2018 125,661 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear outer seats ()

Pass 18 Oct 2017 112,116 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 30 Sep 2016 92,339 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 72,422 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2015 72,422 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2014 56,594 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 41,623 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Oct 2013 41,623 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Oct 2012 29,526 miles

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 13 Oct 2011 15,425 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 5,692 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 5,335 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 4,798 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 4,307 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 3,613 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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DA53 AVR is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 DA53 AVR, 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 DA53 AVR registered?

DA53 AVR is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is DA53 AVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA53 AVR shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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