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RF03 HXK

2003 Volvo S40

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

102,598 mi
Last recorded102,598 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Volvo S4076,229 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF03 HXK
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2017 102,598 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 76,826 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 Apr 2016 76,826 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 48,594 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 47,248 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 45,096 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 35,152 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 35,152 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 40,641 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 38,308 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2010 38,308 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 35,128 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 32,244 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 28,378 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2006 24,328 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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RF03 HXK is a 2003 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RF03 HXK, 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 RF03 HXK registered?

RF03 HXK is a 2003 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is RF03 HXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF03 HXK shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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