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DF03 EFT

2003 Volvo V40

Blue Lpg 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

170,010 mi
Last recorded170,010 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 EFT
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2013 170,010 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 30 Sep 2013 169,981 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2012 157,241 miles

mil light on.

Fail 24 Sep 2012 157,221 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Mil light on.

Pass 7 Sep 2011 148,024 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 130,562 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 111,381 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 94,696 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 78,840 miles

nearside rear tyre getting low

Pass 17 Aug 2006 65,167 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 65,167 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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DF03 EFT is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,783cc lpg 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 DF03 EFT, 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 DF03 EFT registered?

DF03 EFT is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is DF03 EFT safe to buy?

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