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LM52 EXC

2003 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

139,154 mi
Last recorded139,154 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM52 EXC
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 16 Mar 2018 139,154 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2017 137,382 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 126,080 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 121,901 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 118,240 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 113,649 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 108,851 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 103,243 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2010 56,684 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 89,401 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2008 80,765 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 71,799 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 56,593 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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LM52 EXC is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LM52 EXC, 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 LM52 EXC?

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What year was LM52 EXC registered?

LM52 EXC is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 28 January 2003.

Is LM52 EXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM52 EXC shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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