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FA03 GWM

2003 Volvo S40

Black Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

54,833 mi
Last recorded54,833 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA03 GWM
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 54,833 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 Aug 2026 54,829 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Aug 2025 53,571 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Side repeater slightly discoloured NS&OS (4.4.3 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 51,863 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured NS & OS (4.4.3 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NS & OS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Aug 2024 51,861 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt NS&OS (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt NS & OS (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective heavily perished (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour NS & OS (4.4.3 (a))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured NS & OS (4.4.3 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NS & OS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 50,122 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2022 49,500 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2022 49,500 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 48,045 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 47,534 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 46,750 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 45,864 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 45,427 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 44,149 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 41,363 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 38,689 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 5 Aug 2014 38,689 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 37,523 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 34,837 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 33,408 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 30,945 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 27,674 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 24,500 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 20,289 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2006 14,852 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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FA03 GWM is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 FA03 GWM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FA03 GWM registered?

FA03 GWM is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is FA03 GWM safe to buy?

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