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DG03 MFU

2003 Volvo V40

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

82,090 mi
Last recorded82,090 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG03 MFU
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2015 82,090 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 79,508 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 76,908 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 76,876 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 74,397 miles

advise n/s/f & o/s/f wipers starting to split

advise n/s/r indicater starting to deteriate in colour

Pass 26 Mar 2011 71,452 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 68,345 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 65,554 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 59,531 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 53,495 miles

advise will soon require front brake disc,s and pads....

Pass 10 Mar 2006 45,281 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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DG03 MFU is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MFU, 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

How do I check the history of DG03 MFU?

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What year was DG03 MFU registered?

DG03 MFU is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 10 March 2003.

Is DG03 MFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG03 MFU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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