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OV53 VMH

2003 Volvo S40

Silver Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2020
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,115 mi
Last recorded46,115 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV53 VMH
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 19 Feb 2019 46,115 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 45,338 miles

All tyres perished on the side walls and beginning to crack. New tyres is advised.

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

Pass 26 Oct 2016 43,797 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 42,123 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 40,281 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 37,933 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 35,960 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2011 33,108 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 30,771 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2009 27,705 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 22,471 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 18,195 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 13,752 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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OV53 VMH is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,948cc 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 OV53 VMH, 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 OV53 VMH registered?

OV53 VMH is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is OV53 VMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV53 VMH 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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