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FH53 ZYO

2003 Volvo S40

White Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

73,349 mi
Last recorded73,349 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 ZYO
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 73,349 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 72,349 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Dec 2023 71,079 miles

Reverse lamps not working. Suspect fault with reverse light switch located nearside lower section of gearbox

Fail 15 Dec 2023 71,079 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb not fitted / seated correctly (4.1.2 (c))

Reverse lamps not working. Suspect fault with reverse light switch located nearside lower section of gearbox

Pass 13 Dec 2022 69,621 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 68,435 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 67,628 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 66,841 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 64,633 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 62,307 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 59,936 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 57,443 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt track rod end (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 54,987 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 52,372 miles

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Dec 2012 49,523 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2012 49,523 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 6 Dec 2011 46,227 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2011 46,227 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 6 Dec 2010 42,854 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 39,677 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 35,739 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 30,797 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 24,588 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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FH53 ZYO is a 2003 Volvo S40 in White with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 FH53 ZYO, 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

How do I check the history of FH53 ZYO?

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What year was FH53 ZYO registered?

FH53 ZYO is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is FH53 ZYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH53 ZYO shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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