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AK03 XSC

2003 Volvo V40

Grey Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

158,210 mi
Last recorded158,210 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 XSC
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2016 158,210 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2016 158,131 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 136,780 miles

Oil leak

Fail 23 Mar 2015 136,658 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Pass 27 Mar 2014 110,985 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 96,260 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

front bumber lose offside

head light washers not working

Fail 2 Apr 2013 96,254 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

front bumber lose offside

head light washers not working

Pass 31 Mar 2012 85,492 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 77,980 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

n/s/r tyre starting to block

Pass 1 Apr 2010 68,575 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 59,799 miles

both front brake discs liped

nearside front flexible brake hose cracking

Pass 28 Mar 2008 52,155 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 43,683 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 34,114 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 34,114 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 XSC is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,783cc 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 AK03 XSC, 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 XSC registered?

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

Is AK03 XSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK03 XSC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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