MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
112,678 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fuel Pipe/s corroded by filter ()
Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fuel Pipe/s corroded by filter ()
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened fowling subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Fuel Pipe/s corroded @ filter ()
centre/rear exhaust joint corroded
Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Fuel Pipe/s corroded @ filter ()
centre/rear exhaust joint corroded
Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
fuel cap seal perished
fuel pipes corroded
Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS
Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
fuel cap seal perished
fuel pipes corroded
EML on
tyres starting to split
Emissions not tested excessive water content (7.3.A.1)
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
nearside wiper blade split
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
How Reliable is the Volvo S40?
Based on 1,390,271 MOT tests across 104,646 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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YD53 DHV is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.
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 YD53 DHV, 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.
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What year was YD53 DHV registered?
YD53 DHV is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 22 September 2003.
Is YD53 DHV safe to buy?
The MOT history for YD53 DHV shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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