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YL53 AVO

2003 Volvo S40

Grey Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

123,704 mi
Last recorded123,704 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL53 AVO
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2016 123,704 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 115,804 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 105,660 miles

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

n/side mirror glass deteriated

Pass 24 Jul 2013 94,345 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 82,782 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Jul 2012 82,782 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jun 2011 72,898 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 62,446 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2009 49,780 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 49,780 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Nov 2007 32,397 miles

front pads getting low

Pass 19 Dec 2006 25,552 miles

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

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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YL53 AVO is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YL53 AVO, 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

How do I check the history of YL53 AVO?

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What year was YL53 AVO registered?

YL53 AVO is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 16 December 2003.

Is YL53 AVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL53 AVO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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