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FL53 HXD

2003 Volvo S40

Grey Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

101,738 mi
Last recorded101,738 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 HXD
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2016 101,738 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 91,360 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 82,455 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 74,441 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 74,260 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 2 Nov 2011 66,066 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear brake discs & pads worn

Pass 2 Nov 2011 66,066 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear brake discs & pads worn

Pass 26 Oct 2010 58,932 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2009 53,302 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2008 47,681 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

offside headlamp lens cracked

Pass 12 Nov 2007 41,486 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 40,547 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 31,088 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 31,088 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 26 Sep 2006 31,076 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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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FL53 HXD is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FL53 HXD, 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 FL53 HXD?

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What year was FL53 HXD registered?

FL53 HXD is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is FL53 HXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL53 HXD shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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