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YG03 TXB

2003 Volvo S40

Green Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

166,167 mi
Last recorded166,167 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG03 TXB
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2015 166,167 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 157,790 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2013 151,513 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 Jul 2012 145,102 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 138,510 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 138,510 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jul 2010 132,054 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 132,046 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2009 113,975 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2008 97,039 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2008 97,039 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2007 82,180 miles

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

hand brake cable over adjusted

o/s/f brake low efficiency

Fail 23 Mar 2007 82,180 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

hand brake cable over adjusted

o/s/f brake low efficiency

Pass 4 Apr 2006 68,199 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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YG03 TXB is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Green with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YG03 TXB, 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 YG03 TXB registered?

YG03 TXB is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 24 March 2003.

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The MOT history for YG03 TXB shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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