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AX03 FSP

2003 Volvo S40

Black Diesel 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

68,962 mi
Last recorded68,962 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2009
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 FSP
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 Jan 2009 68,962 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake discs slightly lipped

n/s/f tyre slightly out of shape

stonechips in windscreen

Pass 6 Jan 2009 68,962 miles

front brake discs slightly lipped

n/s/f tyre slightly out of shape

stonechips in windscreen

Pass 20 Feb 2008 59,030 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 45,923 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2006 26,978 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Volvo S40?

Based on 1,390,271 MOT tests across 104,646 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
6,355
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
104,646
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 60,127
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 53,645
Registration plate lamp not working 51,350
Brake pipe excessively corroded 36,593
Direction indicator incorrect colour 29,671
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AX03 FSP is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,783cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Volvo S40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 76,229 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo S40 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 60,127 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AX03 FSP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S40 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Volvo S40 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AX03 FSP?

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What year was AX03 FSP registered?

AX03 FSP is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is AX03 FSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX03 FSP shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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