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BN03 ZRJ

2003 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

68,380 mi
Last recorded68,380 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2023
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN03 ZRJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2023 68,380 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 66,527 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 64,924 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 64,242 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 62,430 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 60,281 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 57,838 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 55,598 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 52,994 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 50,472 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 48,354 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 45,702 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2011 42,756 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 42,756 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2010 39,567 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 35,591 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 30,780 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 25,829 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 19,989 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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BN03 ZRJ is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 BN03 ZRJ, 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 BN03 ZRJ registered?

BN03 ZRJ is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is BN03 ZRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN03 ZRJ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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