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WV53 VCJ

2003 Volvo V40

Green Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

67,222 mi
Last recorded67,222 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV53 VCJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 67,222 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material lightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material lightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 5 Nov 2025 67,198 miles

Nearside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror body has sharp edges (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall area (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 64,708 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2023 61,713 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 3 Nov 2022 60,556 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2021 59,922 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2020 59,545 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 58,131 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2019 58,131 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 54,120 miles

Front fog lights not working

Pass 12 Sep 2017 51,487 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall slight damage

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge and starting out of shape

Pass 9 Sep 2016 49,941 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 47,324 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 45,278 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 43,514 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 41,409 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2012 41,409 miles

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

Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 39,861 miles

offside wiper in poor condition

Fail 3 Oct 2011 39,861 miles

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

offside wiper in poor condition

Pass 23 Sep 2010 37,494 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 34,214 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 34,211 miles

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 28,808 miles

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

slight play n/s rack

Pass 21 Sep 2007 22,869 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 17,841 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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WV53 VCJ is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Green with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WV53 VCJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WV53 VCJ?

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What year was WV53 VCJ registered?

WV53 VCJ is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is WV53 VCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV53 VCJ shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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