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AK03 OLJ

2003 Volvo V40

Gold Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

138,680 mi
Last recorded138,680 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 OLJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 138,680 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 131,647 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2024 131,647 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 124,557 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 119,407 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 111,934 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 104,789 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 94,591 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 94,591 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 May 2018 87,305 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 80,082 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 72,491 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 64,068 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 61,090 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Rear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 May 2014 61,090 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Rear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 May 2013 57,478 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside rear tyre has a deep cut in outer sidewall

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2012 52,708 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 May 2011 47,518 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2010 42,637 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

O/S/F tyre slightly cracked and perished

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 42,637 miles

O/S/F tyre slightly cracked and perished

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 12 May 2009 38,372 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 34,017 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 29,576 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 24,924 miles

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

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 OLJ is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Gold with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AK03 OLJ, 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 OLJ registered?

AK03 OLJ is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 30 April 2003.

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