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FX03 OFE

2003 Volvo V40

Silver Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

137,890 mi
Last recorded137,890 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX03 OFE
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2021 137,890 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 136,166 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 9 Jan 2020 136,166 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 130,142 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2018 124,072 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2018 124,071 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2017 118,243 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2017 118,243 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 111,604 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 104,514 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2014 95,937 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2013 86,518 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2013 86,518 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2012 76,364 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 68,536 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 60,083 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 50,695 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2009 50,695 miles

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

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 43,780 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 32,615 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 22,292 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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FX03 OFE is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Silver with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 FX03 OFE, 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 FX03 OFE registered?

FX03 OFE is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is FX03 OFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX03 OFE shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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