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388 SNM

1999 Volvo V40

Brown Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

66,891 mi
Last recorded66,891 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2006
Typical for 1999 Volvo V40104,517 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration388 SNM
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year1999
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2006 66,891 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2006 66,891 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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388 SNM is a 1999 Volvo V40 in Brown with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1999 Volvo V40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 104,517 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 388 SNM, 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 27 years old, this Volvo V40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 388 SNM?

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What year was 388 SNM registered?

388 SNM is a 1999 Volvo V40, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is 388 SNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 388 SNM shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 388 SNM have outstanding finance?

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