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AK03 DZB

2003 Volvo V40

Green Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2013
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

104,056 mi
Last recorded104,056 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 DZB
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2012 104,056 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 95,918 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 95,918 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 86,835 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 86,835 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 63,440 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2008 47,412 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 23 Apr 2007 32,749 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 26,158 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 24,930 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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AK03 DZB is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Green with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AK03 DZB, 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 AK03 DZB registered?

AK03 DZB is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is AK03 DZB safe to buy?

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