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FL53 RXF

2003 Volvo S40

Black Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

100,071 mi
Last recorded100,071 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 RXF
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2024 100,071 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front outer amber marker not working

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rtab (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rtab (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 92,433 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2023 92,433 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour All indicators white (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 82,571 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2022 82,450 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 73,320 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2020 67,642 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 65,006 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 64,750 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 64,561 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2017 64,561 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 64,326 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 64,028 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 63,475 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 62,818 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 61,328 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 59,801 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 57,104 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 57,104 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 54,087 miles

offside rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 8 Sep 2008 50,779 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 48,414 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 48,412 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Nov 2006 46,183 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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FL53 RXF is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 RXF, 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 FL53 RXF registered?

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

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