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DF03 WGK

2003 Volvo V40

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

156,591 mi
Last recorded156,591 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 WGK
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2017 156,591 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 153,295 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

oil leaking

Pass 17 Apr 2015 150,084 miles

both n/s front and rear tyres are scuffedon the sidewalls

front brake pads are worn

front number plate is cracked

n/s front antiroll bar link has slight play

o/s front tyre is starting to wear on both edges

Pass 17 Apr 2014 145,538 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 140,047 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 133,294 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 127,380 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 124,261 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 109,153 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 94,949 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 75,995 miles

front tyres tread depth 3mm

Pass 11 Jul 2006 58,531 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 58,531 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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 WGK is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 WGK, 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 WGK registered?

DF03 WGK is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 23 July 2003.

Is DF03 WGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF03 WGK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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