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YF03 JUW

2003 Volvo S40

Gold Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

108,764 mi
Last recorded108,764 miles
Recorded on23 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF03 JUW
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2018 108,764 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 23 May 2018 108,764 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 102,414 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 98,653 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 May 2015 93,789 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

o/s/r tyre slightly perished & worn

Pass 9 Jun 2014 88,075 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 May 2013 81,842 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 May 2012 78,388 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 74,865 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 70,525 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 65,383 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 59,336 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 49,485 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 49,485 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2006 36,384 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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YF03 JUW is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Gold with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YF03 JUW, 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 YF03 JUW registered?

YF03 JUW is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 29 May 2003.

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