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NC03 YGK

2003 Volvo S40

Black Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2016
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

157,781 mi
Last recorded157,781 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC03 YGK
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2015 157,781 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 24 Oct 2015 155,780 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin locking device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 155,218 miles

o/s/rear tyre has cuts but no cord showing

Fail 17 Sep 2014 155,218 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

o/s/rear tyre has cuts but no cord showing

Pass 1 Jul 2013 151,404 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 142,459 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2011 138,982 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Jun 2011 138,982 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2010 135,789 miles

front brake pads and discs worn

rear brake pads worn

Fail 17 Jul 2010 135,789 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake pads and discs worn

rear brake pads worn

Pass 7 Jul 2009 119,764 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 119,764 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 104,595 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 104,595 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 84,489 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 84,489 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

both rear tyres worn on inside edges,only just pass

cambelt should have been replaced at 80000 miles

deep cut in inner wall of nearside rear tyre

stone chip in windscreen,just passes

Pass 6 Jul 2006 67,414 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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NC03 YGK is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NC03 YGK, 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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NC03 YGK is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 9 July 2003.

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