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KF53 VCL

2003 Volvo S40

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

112,369 mi
Last recorded112,369 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF53 VCL
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2020 112,369 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 102,457 miles

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

os ns rear brake pipes rusty

Pass 8 Aug 2018 94,756 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear disc's and pads getting low (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2018 94,756 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear disc's and pads getting low (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 87,490 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 80,465 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 73,522 miles

engine bay noisy

nearside rear tyre on 3mm

Pass 20 Aug 2014 67,435 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 60,172 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Aug 2012 53,822 miles

off side front brake has very slight bind

Pass 24 Aug 2011 45,908 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 36,568 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 24,312 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 11,845 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 4,588 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 4,138 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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KF53 VCL is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 KF53 VCL, 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 KF53 VCL registered?

KF53 VCL is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 20 September 2003.

Is KF53 VCL safe to buy?

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