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BJ03 XVS

2003 Volvo V40

Blue Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2021
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

127,365 mi
Last recorded127,365 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ03 XVS
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2020 127,365 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at fuel tank area (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Feb 2019 123,932 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at fuel tank area (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 121,473 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear at fuel tank area (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Feb 2017 116,373 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear at fuel tank/rear chassis rail area (3.6.B.2c)

strong smell of fuel under vehicle, possible leak

temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 17 Feb 2016 112,072 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear at fuel tank area (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Feb 2015 107,691 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 103,956 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 99,674 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 87,888 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2012 87,888 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2011 75,500 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 63,399 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 54,109 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 43,785 miles

rear wiper blade rubber ripped

Pass 27 Apr 2007 30,800 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 20,903 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 20,903 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 20,903 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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BJ03 XVS is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 BJ03 XVS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ03 XVS registered?

BJ03 XVS is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is BJ03 XVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ03 XVS shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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