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BK03 XWN

2003 Volvo V40

Silver Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

98,269 mi
Last recorded98,269 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK03 XWN
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2016 98,269 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)

front and rear joins/clamps corroded

Fail 24 Oct 2016 98,239 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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)

front and rear joins/clamps corroded

Pass 10 Nov 2015 87,836 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 75,191 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 75,191 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2013 64,611 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 54,784 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2011 47,239 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 38,684 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 25 Nov 2009 31,384 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 31,384 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 29,350 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 29,347 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 25,020 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 19,753 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 14,881 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 14,880 miles

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

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

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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BK03 XWN is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Silver with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 BK03 XWN, 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 BK03 XWN registered?

BK03 XWN is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 29 April 2003.

Is BK03 XWN safe to buy?

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