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BT03 KWP

2003 Volvo V40

Red Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

132,856 mi
Last recorded132,856 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT03 KWP
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2019 132,856 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 125,655 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 119,017 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 112,423 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 107,882 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 May 2014 104,636 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 99,185 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 93,228 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 86,696 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 78,850 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 70,593 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 14 May 2008 59,650 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 May 2007 46,983 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 34,260 miles
Fail 23 May 2006 34,260 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

n/s headlamp lens broken not effecting main beam pattern

n/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

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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BT03 KWP is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Red with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 BT03 KWP, 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 BT03 KWP registered?

BT03 KWP is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is BT03 KWP safe to buy?

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