2003 Volvo S40 1.9L Petrol · YH03 BEY
2003 Volvo S40 (1.9L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2003. Recorded mileage 55,538 miles. MOT valid until 17 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO S40
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 55,538 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YH03 BEY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/05/2026
- 55,538 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YH03 BEY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Volvo S40 (YH03 BEY) between May 2023 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 18 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”.
YH03 BEY Mileage History
- 11/05/202350,027 mi
- 16/05/202452,177 mi+2,150 mi
- 09/05/202553,904 mi+1,727 mi
- 18/05/202655,538 mi+1,634 mi
- 18/05/202655,538 mi
Average of roughly 1,825 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volvo S40 (Gen 1)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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- Front suspension bush and top mount wearModerate
Wishbone bushes, drop links and top mounts wear steadily on UK roads, leaving the S40 noisy at the front and less settled at motorway speeds.
- ABS module and speed signal faultsModerate
ABS control units and related wiring can fail intermittently, bringing warning lights, lost speed signal and awkward-to-diagnose electrical gremlins.
- Rear arch and sill corrosionSerious
Rust around the rear arches, sill ends and lower body mounts is a major reason otherwise usable S40s fail MOTs or become uneconomical to save.
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