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AR51 XXC

2001 Volvo V40

Red Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

172,348 mi
Last recorded172,348 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 Volvo V4097,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR51 XXC
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2017 172,348 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 166,515 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion wing (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion wing (6.1.B.2)

Fail 9 Nov 2016 166,515 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion wing (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion wing (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 157,497 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion wing (6.1.B.2)

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

Fail 11 Nov 2015 157,497 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion wing (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2014 149,361 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 141,762 miles

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

O/S/R & N/S/R Suspension Arms Track Rods, Bushes Perrsihing.

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

Fail 7 Nov 2013 141,762 miles

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

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

O/S/R & N/S/R Suspension Arms Track Rods, Bushes Perrsihing.

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

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2012 133,692 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2012 133,692 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2011 124,114 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 114,040 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 102,617 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 89,074 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 77,246 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 69,130 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 59,579 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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AR51 XXC is a 2001 Volvo V40 in Red with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 AR51 XXC, 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 AR51 XXC registered?

AR51 XXC is a 2001 Volvo V40, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is AR51 XXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR51 XXC shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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