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FH03 NDE

2003 Volvo V40

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

172,502 mi
Last recorded172,502 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH03 NDE
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2017 172,502 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2017 172,502 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 157,975 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 147,223 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 20 Jul 2015 147,109 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2014 137,766 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 128,794 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 119,774 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 109,910 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 109,910 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 101,850 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 101,850 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 94,058 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 83,319 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 73,061 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 59,697 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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FH03 NDE is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FH03 NDE, 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.

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What year was FH03 NDE registered?

FH03 NDE is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 14 July 2003.

Is FH03 NDE safe to buy?

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