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BT03 PZH

2003 Volvo V40

Grey Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

101,961 mi
Last recorded101,961 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT03 PZH
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2017 101,961 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2016 97,764 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 86,298 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 77,239 miles

n/s/r tyre wall cracking

Pass 6 Jun 2011 73,252 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 68,115 miles
Fail 29 May 2010 68,115 miles

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

both front wiper blades split

Pass 28 May 2009 63,338 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 51,829 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 51,829 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 31 May 2007 42,875 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 42,875 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 May 2006 33,005 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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BT03 PZH is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 PZH, 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 BT03 PZH registered?

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

Is BT03 PZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT03 PZH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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