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FG53 PCV

2003 Volvo V40

Black Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

205,388 mi
Last recorded205,388 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 PCV
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2022 205,388 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 198,934 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 193,086 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 187,141 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 180,415 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 168,760 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 157,461 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 147,495 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 139,571 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 129,986 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 122,191 miles

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

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

exhaust slightly deteriorated

Pass 25 Mar 2011 108,880 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2011 108,880 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 98,031 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 81,269 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front brake pads 90% worn/discs worn

rear brakes worn

Fail 14 Jan 2008 81,269 miles

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Outer Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front brake pads 90% worn/discs worn

rear brakes worn

Pass 7 Nov 2006 51,707 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 51,707 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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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FG53 PCV is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Black with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FG53 PCV, 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 FG53 PCV registered?

FG53 PCV is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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