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AP51 FFB

2001 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

94,635 mi
Last recorded94,635 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2018
Typical for 2001 Volvo S4085,515 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 FFB
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2018 94,635 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 88,011 miles

brake pipes greased

Pass 18 Jul 2016 81,478 miles

exhaust system is rusty.

o/s/r brake pipe greased.

Pass 22 Jul 2015 76,062 miles

brake pipes greased

Fail 21 Jul 2015 76,060 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

brake pipes greased

Pass 21 Jul 2014 70,614 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 65,663 miles

Rear brake pipes greased.

Fail 17 Jul 2013 65,661 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear brake pipes greased.

Pass 9 Jul 2012 60,279 miles

various stone chips in windscreen

Fail 18 Jul 2011 55,048 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

brake pipes greased

Pass 18 Jul 2011 55,048 miles

brake pipes greased

Pass 15 Jul 2010 49,413 miles

brake pipes greased

Pass 16 Jul 2009 43,758 miles

brake pipes greased

Pass 18 Jul 2008 39,881 miles

brake pipes greased

Pass 11 Jul 2007 34,687 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/r brake pipe has surface rust

Pass 20 Jul 2006 28,676 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo S40?

Based on 1,390,271 MOT tests across 104,646 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
6,355
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
104,646
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 60,127
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 53,645
Registration plate lamp not working 51,350
Brake pipe excessively corroded 36,593
Direction indicator incorrect colour 29,671
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AP51 FFB is a 2001 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2001 Volvo S40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 85,515 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo S40 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 60,127 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP51 FFB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S40 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 25 years old, this Volvo S40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AP51 FFB registered?

AP51 FFB is a 2001 Volvo S40, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is AP51 FFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP51 FFB shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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