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LD53 FXK

2003 Volvo S40

Green Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

32,716 mi
Last recorded32,716 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD53 FXK
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 32,716 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 31,676 miles

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2024 31,676 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 30,845 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2023 30,845 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 28,701 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 26,728 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2021 26,695 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 25,076 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 25,076 miles

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Pass 19 May 2019 21,551 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 21,523 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 15 May 2018 17,345 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 16,946 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 16,457 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 15,857 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Nov 2012 15,033 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 15,033 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 14,294 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 13,397 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 12,189 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2008 10,876 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 21 Nov 2008 10,876 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 9,237 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2006 7,291 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 24 Nov 2006 7,291 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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LD53 FXK is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Green with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 LD53 FXK, 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 LD53 FXK registered?

LD53 FXK is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 24 November 2003.

Is LD53 FXK safe to buy?

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