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DE03 XYH

2003 Volvo V40

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

142,196 mi
Last recorded142,196 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2013
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 XYH
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 19 Apr 2013 142,196 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 142,196 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 130,323 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 121,082 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2010 107,880 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 107,880 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 93,149 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 81,489 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 63,452 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 63,452 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 48,712 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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DE03 XYH is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 DE03 XYH, 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 DE03 XYH registered?

DE03 XYH is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is DE03 XYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE03 XYH shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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