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OE52 PHV

2003 Volvo S40

Green Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

73,334 mi
Last recorded73,334 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE52 PHV
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2016 73,334 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 68,908 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 64,680 miles

Oil leak

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 May 2013 60,225 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Oil leak

Fail 28 May 2012 54,161 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 May 2012 54,161 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 50,551 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2009 39,618 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Dec 2009 39,618 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 36,176 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2007 36,176 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Jan 2006 29,691 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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OE52 PHV is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Green with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OE52 PHV, 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 OE52 PHV registered?

OE52 PHV is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is OE52 PHV safe to buy?

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