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HY03 ZXJ

2003 Volvo S40

Silver Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

136,133 mi
Last recorded136,133 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY03 ZXJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2021 136,133 miles

Front cross member corroded

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2020 132,490 miles

wiper linkage worn

Fail 23 Jan 2020 132,490 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

wiper linkage worn

Pass 24 Jan 2019 128,039 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 122,838 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 117,652 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 111,203 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 104,178 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 97,247 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 87,635 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2013 87,635 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 1 Feb 2012 76,269 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 2 Feb 2011 67,882 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 Feb 2010 61,406 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 53,277 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Feb 2008 45,473 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 36,442 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 27,707 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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HY03 ZXJ is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HY03 ZXJ, 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 HY03 ZXJ registered?

HY03 ZXJ is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 7 March 2003.

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