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PX53 VMK

2003 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

124,193 mi
Last recorded124,193 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX53 VMK
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 124,193 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security trailing arm mounting area corroded and deformed (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 122,476 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 121,084 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2023 121,039 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 12 Sep 2022 119,598 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 118,299 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Sep 2021 118,274 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged chaffing between chassis and tank (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged chaffing between tank and heat sheild (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear union on baulkhead (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2020 116,787 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 115,376 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2019 115,358 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 113,712 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 111,961 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 110,000 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2015 107,475 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 107,475 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 104,056 miles

Advise battery security

Advise engine under-tray security

Advise rear exhaust flange corroded

Advise to look at indicator and wiper switch security

Advise to remove and check o/s rear suspension coil spring

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

Pass 21 Aug 2013 96,204 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Front 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 6 Sep 2012 89,931 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 6 Sep 2012 89,931 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 2 Sep 2011 79,472 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 69,631 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 69,631 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Sep 2009 58,456 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 46,152 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)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2007 36,068 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 25,688 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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PX53 VMK is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 PX53 VMK, 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 PX53 VMK registered?

PX53 VMK is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 4 September 2003.

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