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KV03 DDZ

2003 Volvo S40

Green Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2022
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

87,764 mi
Last recorded87,764 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2021
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV03 DDZ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2021 87,764 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2021 87,763 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Apr 2020 74,677 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2020 74,676 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 May 2019 60,494 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 46,038 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 40,241 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 37,097 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 37,019 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 36,156 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2014 33,766 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 32,130 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 30,000 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 27,712 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 25,312 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 23,031 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 20,159 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 17,266 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 14,201 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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KV03 DDZ is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Green with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 KV03 DDZ, 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 KV03 DDZ registered?

KV03 DDZ is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 27 March 2003.

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