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YJ53 DYM

2003 Volvo V40

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 DYM
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 6 Jan 2014

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 132,615 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 9 Jan 2013 121,327 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 109,127 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2010 97,128 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Dec 2010 97,128 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2010 85,216 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Jan 2010 85,216 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 73,378 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2009 73,378 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Jan 2008 56,905 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 43,897 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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YJ53 DYM is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YJ53 DYM, 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.

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What year was YJ53 DYM registered?

YJ53 DYM is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 4 November 2003.

Is YJ53 DYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ53 DYM shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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