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KU53 SHJ

2003 Volvo S40

Black Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

153,861 mi
Last recorded153,861 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU53 SHJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2013 153,861 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 149,406 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2012 149,406 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Fail 11 Oct 2011 144,295 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 144,295 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 138,250 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 138,250 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 132,615 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 126,049 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 114,441 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 96,463 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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KU53 SHJ is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 KU53 SHJ, 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 KU53 SHJ registered?

KU53 SHJ is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 21 September 2003.

Is KU53 SHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU53 SHJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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