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EK53 WHT

2003 Volvo V40

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

128,742 mi
Last recorded128,742 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK53 WHT
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2017 128,742 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside rear tyre very badly perished on inner wall

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

Pass 15 Sep 2016 116,965 miles

Offside Front 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 16 Sep 2015 104,182 miles

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

child seat fitted

Pass 8 Sep 2014 94,320 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Sep 2014 94,314 miles

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2013 78,796 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 5 Sep 2013 78,796 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 63,817 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 63,817 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 54,285 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 48,442 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 39,810 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 34,461 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 28,507 miles

offside front tyre vworn close to legal limit

Pass 6 Dec 2006 23,316 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2006 23,316 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

nearside rear inner sidelight not working

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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EK53 WHT is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EK53 WHT, 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 EK53 WHT registered?

EK53 WHT is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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