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FV03 FHS

2003 Volvo V40

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

127,827 mi
Last recorded127,827 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV03 FHS
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2015 127,827 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 122,725 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2013 118,146 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 118,142 miles

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

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

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

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2012 113,564 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 107,529 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 107,511 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 99,387 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2009 90,983 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 83,145 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 68,464 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 68,464 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 48,904 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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FV03 FHS is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FV03 FHS, 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 FV03 FHS registered?

FV03 FHS is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 20 June 2003.

Is FV03 FHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV03 FHS shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV03 FHS have outstanding finance?

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