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BF53 ZKP

2003 Volvo V40

Silver Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

90,477 mi
Last recorded90,477 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 ZKP
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2015 90,477 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 26 Mar 2015 90,477 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 89,579 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 88,046 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 82,415 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 79,341 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2010 75,279 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Dec 2010 75,279 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 70,438 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 65,221 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 65,221 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 58,640 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 51,792 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 49,390 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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BF53 ZKP is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Silver 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 BF53 ZKP, 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 BF53 ZKP registered?

BF53 ZKP is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 15 October 2003.

Is BF53 ZKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF53 ZKP 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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