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DF53 MVC

2003 Volvo V40

Blue Petrol 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

152,124 mi
Last recorded152,124 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 MVC
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Fail 5 Nov 2021 152,124 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 134,734 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2020 134,734 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 125,605 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2018 113,818 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 102,800 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 91,888 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 80,890 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 70,302 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 61,391 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 56,071 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Nov 2011 48,871 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 42,832 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 35,312 miles

rear wiper blade split

Pass 22 Nov 2008 29,963 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 23,833 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 17,981 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)

slightly high handbrake travel

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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DF53 MVC is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,870cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 DF53 MVC, 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 DF53 MVC registered?

DF53 MVC is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 29 November 2003.

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The MOT history for DF53 MVC 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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