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OY03 NSE

2003 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

90,491 mi
Last recorded90,491 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY03 NSE
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2022 90,491 miles

rear exhaust flange slightly corroded

Pass 10 Aug 2021 87,675 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 87,675 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outline marker lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Outline marker lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.2.2 (a))

Offside Rear Outline marker lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.2.2 (a))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 84,504 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 82,077 miles

Rear registration plate partially obscured by bicycle rack.

Fail 30 Aug 2019 82,077 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel tank securing straps:- slight corrosion.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear registration plate partially obscured by bicycle rack.

Pass 21 Aug 2018 78,902 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 75,391 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 70,293 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 67,099 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 62,447 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 58,645 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 55,035 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 9 Sep 2011 51,832 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 51,828 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 48,059 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 44,613 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 41,208 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 37,410 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 30,650 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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OY03 NSE is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,948cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 OY03 NSE, 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 OY03 NSE registered?

OY03 NSE is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 6 March 2003.

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