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HN53 FTU

2003 Volvo S40

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

145,062 mi
Last recorded145,062 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN53 FTU
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 12 Nov 2013 145,062 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 145,062 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 125,230 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2012 125,230 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2011 109,326 miles

Off side track rod end dust cover leaking grease

Off side wiper blade split on one end

Various small chips in windscreen

near side rear tyre bald inner edge

off side rear tyre bald inner edge

Pass 17 Sep 2010 92,401 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Plastic sill covers fitted,unable to fully inspect sills.

Pass 18 Sep 2009 76,692 miles

fron t to rear b rake pipes showing surface corrosion at rear

rear brake hoses showing surface corrosion on metal ends

slight surface corrosion showing around rear brake discs edges

surface cracks showing in front brake hoses

Pass 22 Sep 2008 63,585 miles

front and rear tyres same make differant pattern

front brake hoses showing surface cracking

small chips in windscreen

Fail 22 Sep 2008 63,585 miles

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

front and rear tyres same make differant pattern

front brake hoses showing surface cracking

small chips in windscreen

Fail 24 Sep 2007 51,567 miles

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

chips in windscreen

Pass 24 Sep 2007 51,567 miles

chips in windscreen

Pass 28 Sep 2006 35,448 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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HN53 FTU is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HN53 FTU, 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

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What year was HN53 FTU registered?

HN53 FTU is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is HN53 FTU safe to buy?

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