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A18 MJU

2001 Volvo V40

Blue Petrol 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

180,931 mi
Last recorded180,931 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2014
Typical for 2001 Volvo V4097,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 MJU
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2014 180,931 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2013 169,658 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 154,967 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 146,383 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 2 Nov 2011 146,383 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Oct 2010 138,392 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 186,544 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 186,544 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut upper support bearing is rough in operation (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 180,623 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Oct 2007 158,043 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 128,051 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 95,951 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2005 95,951 miles

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

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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A18 MJU is a 2001 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,870cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2001 Volvo V40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 97,793 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 A18 MJU, 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 25 years old, this Volvo V40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A18 MJU registered?

A18 MJU is a 2001 Volvo V40, first registered on 19 September 2001.

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The MOT history for A18 MJU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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