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BF03 WHU

2003 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

103,488 mi
Last recorded103,488 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 WHU
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2018 103,488 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 92,028 miles

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

Fail 20 Dec 2017 92,028 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2016 80,621 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 68,885 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 60,802 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 59,134 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 58,061 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 11 Dec 2012 58,061 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 9 Dec 2011 56,571 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2011 56,571 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 54,298 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2009 53,884 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 50,909 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 48,123 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 44,825 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2006 44,825 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 May 2006 37,613 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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BF03 WHU is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BF03 WHU, 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

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What year was BF03 WHU registered?

BF03 WHU is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 19 May 2003.

Is BF03 WHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF03 WHU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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