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FH03 WPR

2003 Volvo V40

Black Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,579 mi
Last recorded97,579 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH03 WPR
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2015 97,579 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 92,601 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 84,459 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2013 84,456 miles

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

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2010 79,316 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 79,316 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2009 71,984 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 20 May 2009 71,982 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 65,912 miles

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

both rear upper camber rod bushes stretched

Pass 9 Jul 2007 53,617 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

front lower vallance draging on floor.

Pass 5 Jun 2006 40,283 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 40,283 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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 WPR is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Black with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WPR, 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 WPR registered?

FH03 WPR is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 5 June 2003.

Is FH03 WPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH03 WPR shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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