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LG03 VLF

2003 Volvo S40

Red Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

62,352 mi
Last recorded62,352 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG03 VLF
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 62,352 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2025 62,351 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2024 54,084 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 53,010 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 52,027 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 50,707 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 49,452 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 48,514 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 47,446 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 45,168 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 40,751 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 40,428 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 39,185 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 38,475 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 37,913 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 37,171 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 37,171 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2010 35,962 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 31,780 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 27,069 miles

advise front near side and off side tyres worn down to 3mm

Pass 23 Mar 2007 22,300 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 16,214 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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LG03 VLF is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LG03 VLF, 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 LG03 VLF registered?

LG03 VLF is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 March 2003.

Is LG03 VLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG03 VLF shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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