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DF03 WGJ

2003 Volvo V40

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

155,770 mi
Last recorded155,770 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 WGJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2024 155,770 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 140,557 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 14 Sep 2023 140,557 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 134,340 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 127,565 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 120,758 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 112,632 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 102,103 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 100,409 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 96,500 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 93,922 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 25 Apr 2014 90,663 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 86,585 miles

Oil leak

Fail 1 May 2013 86,562 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 1 Feb 2012 77,260 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 69,172 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 68,168 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 62,053 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 53,023 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 42,192 miles

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 29,766 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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DF03 WGJ is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WGJ, 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 DF03 WGJ registered?

DF03 WGJ is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 18 July 2003.

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The MOT history for DF03 WGJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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