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FB03 DYX

2003 Volvo S40

Silver Petrol 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

125,895 mi
Last recorded125,895 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB03 DYX
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2016 125,895 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2015 96,841 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 82,261 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 71,595 miles

1 of 2 N/S/R side lights not working

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 18 Apr 2013 71,595 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

1 of 2 N/S/R side lights not working

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 15 Feb 2012 62,459 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 62,459 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 59,180 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 50,568 miles

Slight binding on rear brakes

Pass 19 Sep 2009 42,807 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2008 36,978 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 32,128 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 28,412 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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FB03 DYX is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,870cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FB03 DYX, 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 FB03 DYX registered?

FB03 DYX is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 22 September 2003.

Is FB03 DYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB03 DYX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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