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OY03 FCD

2003 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

29,084 mi
Last recorded29,084 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY03 FCD
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 29,084 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 28,430 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 27,898 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2023 27,898 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour both rear (4.4.3 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive under engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine under tray damaged but secure

Pass 20 Oct 2022 27,647 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 27,332 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 27,068 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 26,737 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 26,282 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 25,261 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 24,339 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Oct 2016 24,339 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2015 23,726 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 22,963 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 22,066 miles

Near side front tyre outer side wall cut to ply

Pass 7 Nov 2012 21,136 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 20,195 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 19,587 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2009 18,998 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 18,998 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 18,060 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 17,090 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 16,241 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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OY03 FCD is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 OY03 FCD, 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 OY03 FCD registered?

OY03 FCD is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 5 March 2003.

Is OY03 FCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY03 FCD shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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