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GD03 DZC

2003 Volvo V40

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

211,034 mi
Last recorded211,034 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD03 DZC
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2017 211,034 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 203,589 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2016 203,585 miles

Brake hose excessively deteriorated NSF + OSF (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 177,264 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2015 177,264 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 May 2014 181,305 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 169,681 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2013 169,681 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 161,491 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 151,426 miles

Oil leak

nearside front tyre slightly worn on outer edge

Pass 7 Oct 2010 148,040 miles

nearside rear brake disc corroded and pitted

Fail 7 Oct 2010 148,038 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

front brake pads getting low

nearside rear brake disc corroded and pitted

Pass 12 Sep 2009 136,964 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 124,762 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 112,946 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

stone chips in windscreen

water damage to rear no. plate

Pass 27 Jun 2006 86,043 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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GD03 DZC is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GD03 DZC, 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 GD03 DZC registered?

GD03 DZC is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 21 July 2003.

Is GD03 DZC safe to buy?

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