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FH03 WPM

2003 Volvo V40

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

124,349 mi
Last recorded124,349 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2016 124,349 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 124,349 miles

Nearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Direction indicators slightly discoloured Both front and both rear (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jan 2015 122,469 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Jan 2015 122,469 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Jan 2014 118,362 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 118,362 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 116,272 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 114,014 miles

nearside front bumper end marker lamp not working

Pass 13 Jan 2011 112,293 miles

wipers torn on edges

Pass 3 Feb 2010 107,086 miles

nearside front marker/bumper light not working

rear direction indicator bulbs losing colour

rear registration plate slight staining

Fail 2 Feb 2010 107,085 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

nearside front marker/bumper light not working

rear direction indicator bulbs losing colour

rear registration plate slight staining

Pass 12 Jan 2009 98,932 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 81,999 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 61,747 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 WPM is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WPM, 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

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What year was FH03 WPM registered?

FH03 WPM is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 24 June 2003.

Is FH03 WPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH03 WPM shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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