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BC03 NZE

2003 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

177,413 mi
Last recorded177,413 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC03 NZE
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2016 177,413 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 2 Aug 2016 177,413 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 158,278 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 145,472 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 140,949 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 136,296 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 131,869 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 127,682 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 122,108 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 122,108 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 11,764 miles

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

rear brake pads low

Fail 8 Aug 2008 117,161 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

rear brake pads low

Pass 7 Aug 2007 111,380 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 105,669 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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BC03 NZE is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BC03 NZE, 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 BC03 NZE registered?

BC03 NZE is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is BC03 NZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC03 NZE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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