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AC03 LKA

2003 Volvo V40

Grey Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

143,831 mi
Last recorded143,831 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC03 LKA
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2014 143,831 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 143,830 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

exhaust corroded

Pass 20 Jun 2013 132,803 miles

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

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 118,903 miles

Front number plate damaged

Fail 13 Jun 2012 118,903 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Front number plate damaged

One litre oil added to engine unit

Pass 8 Jun 2011 105,298 miles

Both rear tyres wearing inner shoulders.

Offside rear brake pads worn to apx. 3mm thick

Some damage to front number plate.

Pass 9 Jun 2010 94,573 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 94,573 miles

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

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

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

Front running lights not working

Pass 20 May 2009 83,524 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 71,417 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2007 58,255 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 9 Jun 2007 58,255 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 45,233 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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AC03 LKA is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 AC03 LKA, 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 AC03 LKA registered?

AC03 LKA is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 14 June 2003.

Is AC03 LKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC03 LKA shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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