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BD03 WRV

2003 Volvo S40

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

161,699 mi
Last recorded161,699 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 WRV
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2021 161,699 miles

Chip in windscreen

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2021 161,696 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Chip in windscreen

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 159,112 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2020 159,112 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 156,457 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2019 156,457 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 153,879 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 151,073 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 149,770 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 149,770 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working all (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 146,770 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2014 144,216 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 140,669 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 2 Sep 2013 140,669 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 30 Aug 2012 137,144 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 133,275 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 129,007 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 125,207 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 121,427 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 106,543 miles

nsr outer sidelight inop

Pass 14 Jul 2006 73,742 miles

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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BD03 WRV is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 BD03 WRV, 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.

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What year was BD03 WRV registered?

BD03 WRV is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is BD03 WRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD03 WRV shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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