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AK03 OKV

2003 Volvo V40

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

132,812 mi
Last recorded132,812 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 OKV
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2013 132,812 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2012 123,521 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jul 2012 123,521 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 115,726 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 106,345 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2009 94,755 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2008 86,416 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 74,929 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 63,154 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 OKV is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 OKV, 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 AK03 OKV registered?

AK03 OKV is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 22 May 2003.

Is AK03 OKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK03 OKV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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