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FP03 CPX

2003 Volvo S40

Green Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

122,654 mi
Last recorded122,654 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP03 CPX
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2020 122,654 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2020 122,654 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 103,415 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 98,772 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 92,242 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2016 89,188 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 84,111 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 80,573 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 80,573 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 80,084 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 73,448 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 65,814 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 56,509 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 56,504 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2009 43,720 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 43,717 miles

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 17 Mar 2008 31,919 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2008 31,919 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 19,567 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 27 Mar 2006 7,642 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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FP03 CPX is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Green with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FP03 CPX, 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 FP03 CPX registered?

FP03 CPX is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 16 April 2003.

Is FP03 CPX safe to buy?

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