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DG53 YBB

2003 Volvo S40

Black Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

98,100 mi
Last recorded98,100 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 YBB
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2023 98,100 miles

Both front outer c.v. gaiter's inner clip's deteriorated

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside and nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear exhaust tail pipe touching rear anti roll bar

Travel on parking brake lever close to end of travel

Fail 24 Apr 2023 98,096 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on tread inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on tread inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both front outer c.v. gaiter's inner clip's deteriorated

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside and nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear exhaust tail pipe touching rear anti roll bar

Travel on parking brake lever close to end of travel

Pass 18 Dec 2021 78,654 miles

Both front outer c.v. gaiter's inner clip's deteriorated.

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside and nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 13 Dec 2021 78,644 miles

Brake performance not tested Due to both front flexi hose's don't want to cause more damage. (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated cord showing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated cord showing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Both front outer c.v. gaiter's inner clip's deteriorated.

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside and nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 65,921 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 65,040 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 57,803 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2018 57,803 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 52,598 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel on limit (3.1.6b)

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

both front tyres are wearing on inner and outer edges of tread

Pass 25 Aug 2016 45,255 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 39,925 miles

oil leak

Pass 27 Aug 2014 34,509 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 28,367 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 25,896 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 23,604 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 21,403 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 18,439 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 15,173 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 13,228 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 11,338 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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DG53 YBB is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 DG53 YBB, 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.

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What year was DG53 YBB registered?

DG53 YBB is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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