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WP03 FKE

2003 Volvo V40

Green Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

122,557 mi
Last recorded122,557 miles
Recorded on17 May 2022
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP03 FKE
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2022 122,557 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 16 May 2022 122,557 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 May 2021 108,216 miles
Fail 12 May 2021 108,203 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2020 97,968 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 87,765 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 May 2018 77,167 miles

Rear tyres in poor condition

Pass 4 Jul 2017 68,082 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 28 Jun 2016 62,574 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 61,247 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 59,630 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 57,674 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 25 Jun 2013 57,674 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 55,511 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 53,332 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

airbag warning light on

Pass 10 Jun 2010 50,446 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 45,866 miles

front and rear number plate backing coming apart.

n/s/r inner side light inop.

Pass 2 Jul 2008 38,176 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 29,647 miles

Nearside rear tyre on 3mm

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 23,689 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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WP03 FKE is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Green with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 WP03 FKE, 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 WP03 FKE registered?

WP03 FKE is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 3 July 2003.

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