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DF03 WDL

2003 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

94,979 mi
Last recorded94,979 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 WDL
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2016 94,979 miles

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

partial sill covers fitted

Pass 26 Aug 2015 86,020 miles

Exhaust Rusty

Pass 28 Aug 2014 74,639 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 65,100 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2012 58,605 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 52,270 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 52,266 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 46,793 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 41,647 miles

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

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

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

handbrake travel excessive

Pass 30 Jul 2008 36,044 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 30,683 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 24,780 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo S40?

Based on 1,390,271 MOT tests across 104,646 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
6,355
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
104,646
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 60,127
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 53,645
Registration plate lamp not working 51,350
Brake pipe excessively corroded 36,593
Direction indicator incorrect colour 29,671
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DF03 WDL is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2003 Volvo S40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 76,229 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo S40 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 60,127 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DF03 WDL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S40 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Volvo S40 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DF03 WDL registered?

DF03 WDL is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is DF03 WDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF03 WDL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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