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YP53 GZM

2003 Volvo V40

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

123,715 mi
Last recorded123,715 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP53 GZM
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2020 123,715 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 117,492 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 110,171 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2017 99,540 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 90,879 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 77,517 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 76,868 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 75,698 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 72,388 miles

front and rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 1 Sep 2011 64,140 miles

front and rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 3 Sep 2010 53,848 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 43,591 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 36,530 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 32,999 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 32,999 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Sep 2006 27,946 miles

Front pads 65-70% worn

Rear pads 75% worn

Slight distortion on front brake disc on brake testing

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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YP53 GZM is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YP53 GZM, 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 YP53 GZM registered?

YP53 GZM is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is YP53 GZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP53 GZM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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