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MF53 HCL

2003 Volvo S40

Silver Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

99,419 mi
Last recorded99,419 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF53 HCL
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 99,419 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 98,231 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 97,249 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 8 Sep 2022 96,542 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 95,513 miles

Nearside Front fog lamp not working

Pass 8 Sep 2020 94,449 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 93,647 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 92,465 miles

Under-body corroded in all areas, including prescribed areas

Under-body covered in underseal, unable to inspect fully

Under-trays fitted

Fail 11 Sep 2018 92,464 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Under-body corroded in all areas, including prescribed areas

Under-body covered in underseal, unable to inspect fully

Under-trays fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2017 91,501 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

brake pipes corroded

covers and shields fitted

fuel pipes corroded

underseal used on floor

Fail 7 Sep 2017 91,467 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

brake pipes corroded

covers and shields fitted

fuel pipes corroded

underseal used on floor

Pass 13 Sep 2016 89,603 miles

all brake pipes slightly corroded

covers and shields fitted obstructing view of components

Fail 13 Sep 2016 89,602 miles

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

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

all brake pipes slightly corroded

covers and shields fitted obstructing view of components

Pass 17 Sep 2015 87,471 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2014 85,513 miles

both rear tyres close to legal limit

Pass 14 Aug 2013 83,418 miles

exhaust system slightly deteriorated

Pass 7 Aug 2012 80,629 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 77,597 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 76,314 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 71,145 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2008 63,135 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 15 May 2007 45,216 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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MF53 HCL is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 MF53 HCL, 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 MF53 HCL registered?

MF53 HCL is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is MF53 HCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF53 HCL shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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