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FY53 ZJK

2003 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

179,359 mi
Last recorded179,359 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY53 ZJK
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2021 179,359 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test from mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 172,191 miles

rear fuel pipes slightly corroded

Pass 10 Jan 2019 168,222 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front top rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2017 163,971 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2017 163,971 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 4 Jan 2017 163,933 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2017 163,933 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Outer coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 163,903 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2015 163,250 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 163,250 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 145,627 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 126,230 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 107,420 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 87,504 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2011 87,504 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2010 70,920 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 51,724 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 34,424 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 32,148 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 23,227 miles

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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FY53 ZJK is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FY53 ZJK, 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 FY53 ZJK registered?

FY53 ZJK is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 14 October 2003.

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