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AO03 YPX

2003 Volvo V40

Silver Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

186,374 mi
Last recorded186,374 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2013
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 YPX
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2013 186,374 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 177,288 miles

Cut in N/S/R tyre inner sidewall

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Apr 2012 177,288 miles

Cut in N/S/R tyre inner sidewall

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Apr 2011 167,990 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2011 167,990 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 159,710 miles

Oil leak

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

n/s/f tyre getting low on tread

o/s/r bumper marker light n/w

Fail 8 Apr 2010 159,678 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Oil leak

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

n/s/f tyre getting low on tread

o/s/r bumper marker light n/w

Pass 16 Apr 2009 149,154 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 May 2008 138,231 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 125,825 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 107,026 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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AO03 YPX is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Silver with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AO03 YPX, 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 AO03 YPX registered?

AO03 YPX is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is AO03 YPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO03 YPX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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