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KS52 UGP

2003 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

110,096 mi
Last recorded110,096 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS52 UGP
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2015 110,096 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 23 Nov 2015 110,096 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2014 106,713 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 26 Nov 2013 101,991 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Dec 2012 95,924 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Window wiper split but clears the window screen effectively

Pass 29 Dec 2011 91,672 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 85,021 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 74,101 miles

Oil leak

rear number plate is starting to deteriorate.

Fail 12 Jan 2010 74,101 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Oil leak

rear number plate is starting to deteriorate.

Pass 9 Jan 2009 62,778 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 50,218 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 39,798 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 29,737 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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KS52 UGP is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 KS52 UGP, 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

How do I check the history of KS52 UGP?

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What year was KS52 UGP registered?

KS52 UGP is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is KS52 UGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS52 UGP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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