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BN03 DVR

2003 Volvo V40

Blue Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Feb 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

150,940 mi
Last recorded150,940 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2011
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN03 DVR
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2011 150,940 miles

both number plates deteriated

both rear tyres worn uneven

engine noisey

Fail 1 Mar 2011 150,940 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

both number plates deteriated

both rear tyres worn uneven

engine noisey

o/s/r disc corroded outer edge

Pass 25 Feb 2010 141,099 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2009 130,119 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 118,448 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 87,442 miles

both rear tyres worn uneven

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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BN03 DVR is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BN03 DVR, 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 BN03 DVR registered?

BN03 DVR is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is BN03 DVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN03 DVR shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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