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WJ53 VYV

2003 Volvo V40

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

239,438 mi
Last recorded239,438 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ53 VYV
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2019 239,438 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 212,939 miles

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)

Fail 14 Mar 2018 212,939 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2017 197,230 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 184,435 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 184,435 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 170,588 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 160,945 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 149,409 miles

Front Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 135,934 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 121,225 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 105,372 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 87,897 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 70,685 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 52,749 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo V40?

Based on 1,865,374 MOT tests across 172,439 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,937
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
172,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 66,595
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 49,904
Brake pipe excessively corroded 43,421
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 28,897
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 27,218
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WJ53 VYV is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2003 Volvo V40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 91,199 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo V40 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 66,595 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WJ53 VYV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V40 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Volvo V40 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WJ53 VYV registered?

WJ53 VYV is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 19 September 2003.

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The MOT history for WJ53 VYV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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