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LR53 TYP

2003 Volvo S40

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2016
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,618 mi
Last recorded63,618 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 TYP
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 12 Nov 2015 63,618 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 58,298 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 48,648 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 38,970 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 33,669 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 29,372 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 26,244 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 23,280 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 19,153 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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LR53 TYP is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 LR53 TYP, 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 LR53 TYP?

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What year was LR53 TYP registered?

LR53 TYP is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is LR53 TYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 TYP shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LR53 TYP have outstanding finance?

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