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LC53 AKJ

2003 Volvo S40

Grey Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

155,700 mi
Last recorded155,700 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 AKJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2021 155,700 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 151,629 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 146,649 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2018 138,652 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 130,700 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2017 130,700 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Oct 2016 122,140 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 114,892 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 106,281 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 106,281 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 97,479 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 89,105 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2012 89,105 miles

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

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

n/s/r and o/s/f marker lamps not working

Pass 27 Oct 2011 81,797 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 73,717 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 73,717 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2009 65,220 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 56,223 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 47,880 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 47,878 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 37,962 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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LC53 AKJ is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LC53 AKJ, 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 LC53 AKJ registered?

LC53 AKJ is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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