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YD53 DHV

2003 Volvo S40

Black Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

112,678 mi
Last recorded112,678 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD53 DHV
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2021 112,678 miles

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))

Fail 23 Sep 2021 112,678 miles

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))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 111,028 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded @ filter ()

centre/rear exhaust joint corroded

Fail 28 Sep 2020 111,014 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2019 109,679 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 108,160 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

fuel cap seal perished

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 19 Sep 2018 108,159 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2017 106,236 miles

EML on

tyres starting to split

Pass 20 Sep 2016 105,297 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 105,297 miles

Emissions not tested excessive water content (7.3.A.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 103,770 miles

nearside wiper blade split

Pass 18 Sep 2014 101,416 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 99,591 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 97,263 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 94,543 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 92,242 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 89,898 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 87,677 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 84,414 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 84,414 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 65,035 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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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.

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