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KU03 YTD

2003 Volvo S40

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

62,672 mi
Last recorded62,672 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU03 YTD
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2021 62,672 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 53,508 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2020 53,508 miles

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 47,366 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

rear tyres wearing on edges.

Pass 5 Jul 2018 45,789 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2017 44,163 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 42,580 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 40,642 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 38,815 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 37,083 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 35,220 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 33,620 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2010 31,881 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2009 29,133 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 26,117 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

both front wiper blades rubbers split slightly

Pass 28 Feb 2007 23,233 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 18,711 miles

nearside front tyre wall damaged

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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KU03 YTD is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 KU03 YTD, 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 KU03 YTD?

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What year was KU03 YTD registered?

KU03 YTD is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is KU03 YTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU03 YTD shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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