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FD03 VRV

2003 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

208,630 mi
Last recorded208,630 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD03 VRV
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2016 208,630 miles

Nearside misted up

front top mounts noisy

Fail 21 Jun 2016 208,599 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush nearside and offside anti roll bar links (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc modified and seriously weakened nearside and offside (3.5.1n)

Nearside misted up

front top mounts noisy

Pass 13 Nov 2014 201,686 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 194,307 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 184,295 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 72,409 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 67,422 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 152,190 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2007 129,131 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 107,943 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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FD03 VRV is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FD03 VRV, 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 FD03 VRV registered?

FD03 VRV is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is FD03 VRV safe to buy?

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