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ACZ 8398

1998 Volvo V40

Red Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

97,075 mi
Last recorded97,075 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2012
Typical for 1998 Volvo V40108,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACZ 8398
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2012 97,075 miles

*** clutch hydrolics possible fault, no leaks seen but pedal needs to be pumped to engage gear ***

brake fluid level low

downpipe to catalytic convertor joint flange blowing due to excess corrosion

front brake discs warped

nearside front tyre outer wall cut

nearside rear tyre inner edge puncture

offside front brake hose deteriorating

rear wiper split

Fail 4 Oct 2012 97,075 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

*** clutch hydrolics possible fault, no leaks seen but pedal needs to be pumped to engage gear ***

brake fluid level low

downpipe to catalytic convertor joint flange blowing due to excess corrosion

front brake discs warped

nearside front tyre outer wall cut

nearside rear tyre inner edge puncture

offside front brake hose deteriorating

rear wiper split

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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ACZ 8398 is a 1998 Volvo V40 in Red with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Volvo V40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 108,460 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 ACZ 8398, 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 28 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 ACZ 8398?

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What year was ACZ 8398 registered?

ACZ 8398 is a 1998 Volvo V40, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is ACZ 8398 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACZ 8398 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 ACZ 8398 have outstanding finance?

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