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FX53 YNM

2003 Volvo V40

Green Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

148,611 mi
Last recorded148,611 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2012
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 YNM
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2012 148,611 miles

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

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2012 139,946 miles

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

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

srs light on

Pass 18 Jan 2011 130,749 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 121,213 miles

Offside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front valance damaged

nearside front wheel tight to turn by hand

Fail 18 Jan 2010 121,210 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

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

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

beam deflectors fitted to headlights offside in wrong position

front valance damaged

nearside front wheel tight to turn by hand

Pass 19 Dec 2008 107,304 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 97,810 miles

all brake discs have surface rust

Pass 13 Aug 2007 94,027 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 82,898 miles

rear number plate deteriorating

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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FX53 YNM is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Green with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FX53 YNM, 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 FX53 YNM registered?

FX53 YNM is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is FX53 YNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX53 YNM shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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