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WP53 BFX

2003 Volvo V40

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2014
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

146,284 mi
Last recorded146,284 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP53 BFX
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2013 146,284 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2013 146,284 miles

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

Offside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 125,890 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2012 125,890 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front 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 29 Nov 2011 105,579 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 105,579 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2010 83,758 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2010 83,758 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2009 67,761 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2009 67,761 miles

Nearside Outer Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 55,427 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 26 Nov 2008 55,427 miles

Offside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Nov 2007 48,830 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Tow bar bolts Insecure at rear

Pass 20 Nov 2006 41,874 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 41,874 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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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WP53 BFX is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WP53 BFX, 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 WP53 BFX registered?

WP53 BFX is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 28 November 2003.

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