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AJ03 YTC

2003 Volvo V40

Blue Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

177,159 mi
Last recorded177,159 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ03 YTC
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2016 177,159 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 168,733 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 156,036 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

brake discs in poor condition

Pass 13 Jun 2013 146,532 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 133,093 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 118,326 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 118,326 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2010 106,254 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 106,251 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 12 Jun 2009 97,814 miles

child seat fitted nearside rear

Fail 12 Jun 2009 97,814 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

child seat fitted nearside rear

Pass 10 Jun 2008 89,344 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 89,344 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 May 2007 81,764 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 60,832 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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AJ03 YTC is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AJ03 YTC, 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 AJ03 YTC registered?

AJ03 YTC is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is AJ03 YTC safe to buy?

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