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DG03 CWU

2003 Volvo V40

Gold Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2017
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

198,738 mi
Last recorded198,738 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG03 CWU
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 4 Nov 2016 198,738 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 188,934 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 179,859 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 171,034 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Dec 2012 162,721 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 155,312 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 146,054 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 132,112 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 115,211 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 105,285 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 92,993 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 81,104 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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DG03 CWU is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Gold with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DG03 CWU, 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 DG03 CWU registered?

DG03 CWU is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 14 March 2003.

Is DG03 CWU safe to buy?

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