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YS53 HAU

2003 Volvo V40

Silver Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

124,072 mi
Last recorded124,072 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS53 HAU
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2018 124,072 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2018 124,072 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 115,860 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 115,860 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective light on unchecked (5.4.1)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2016 107,234 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 98,215 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 89,010 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 89,010 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 81,574 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 81,574 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2012 72,489 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 69,173 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 26 Oct 2011 69,173 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 63,439 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 59,281 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2008 54,100 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 48,848 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 36,044 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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YS53 HAU is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Silver with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 YS53 HAU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YS53 HAU registered?

YS53 HAU is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 17 November 2003.

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The MOT history for YS53 HAU shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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