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CV03 VCC

2003 Volvo V40

Green Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

207,990 mi
Last recorded207,990 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV03 VCC
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 207,990 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 202,056 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2023 196,463 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 191,289 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 186,709 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 182,302 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 174,747 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 168,682 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 162,461 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 156,261 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 148,250 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 148,250 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2014 137,612 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 137,612 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 128,979 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 128,622 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 122,240 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 116,001 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 108,191 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 108,191 miles

Nearside Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 83,672 miles

Both rear brakes are binding slightly

Pass 30 Apr 2008 65,805 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 51,080 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 51,078 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 33,622 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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CV03 VCC is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Green with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CV03 VCC, 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 CV03 VCC registered?

CV03 VCC is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is CV03 VCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV03 VCC shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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