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BG51 JJO

2001 Volvo S40

Red Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

103,781 mi
Last recorded103,781 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 Volvo S4085,515 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG51 JJO
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2017 103,781 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 Nov 2017 103,781 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 95,502 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 87,513 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 4 Dec 2014 44,541 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 72,553 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 67,246 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 64,913 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 61,374 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 57,807 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Dec 2008 53,283 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 48,872 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Dec 2006 45,002 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2005 41,082 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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BG51 JJO is a 2001 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BG51 JJO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BG51 JJO?

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What year was BG51 JJO registered?

BG51 JJO is a 2001 Volvo S40, first registered on 24 December 2001.

Is BG51 JJO safe to buy?

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