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YL03 DPK

2003 Volvo V40

Black Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2021
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

123,507 mi
Last recorded123,507 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL03 DPK
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2020 123,507 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 123,376 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 115,288 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 106,642 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 106,600 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 98,862 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 91,006 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2015 91,006 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 86,024 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 79,873 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 79,824 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Plastic trim fitted to outer sills. Unable to fully inspect perscribed area.

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Dec 2012 78,542 miles

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

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

brake discs worn front & rear

front bumper damage

Pass 21 Dec 2011 69,688 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 60,026 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING LOW

BOTH REAR TYRES WEARING UNEVEN ON INNER EDGES

CHILD SEATS FITTED TO BOTH REAR OUTER SEAT BELTS

E.M.L ON

WEAR TO FRONT BRAKE DISCS

Pass 15 Jan 2010 57,180 miles

ADVANCE TRAVEL ON HANDBRAKE

CHILD SEAT FITTED TO N/S/R SEAT BELT

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 12 Jan 2010 57,146 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

ADVANCE TRAVEL ON HANDBRAKE

CHILD SEAT FITTED TO N/S/R SEAT BELT

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 9 Jan 2009 51,042 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 51,042 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2008 42,624 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2008 42,624 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 40,909 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 32,786 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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YL03 DPK is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Black with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YL03 DPK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YL03 DPK registered?

YL03 DPK is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is YL03 DPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL03 DPK shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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