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BG52 SYV

2002 Volvo V40

Blue Lpg 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

129,280 mi
Last recorded129,280 miles
Recorded on20 May 2016
Typical for 2002 Volvo V4096,542 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG52 SYV
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2016 129,280 miles

Offside Front slight damage to bonnet

Fail 17 May 2016 129,280 miles

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 123,113 miles

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

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

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

rear brake discs in poor condition

Pass 5 Dec 2013 117,663 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 111,464 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

exhaust baffle rattle

rear discs corroded

rear dog bone bushes perished

surfade corrosin on steel brake pipes

Fail 18 Jul 2011 111,464 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

exhaust baffle rattle

front brake pads worn

rear discs corroded

rear dog bone bushes perished

surfade corrosin on steel brake pipes

Pass 15 Jul 2010 104,614 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 28 May 2009 95,426 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 90,256 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 83,962 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 77,638 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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BG52 SYV is a 2002 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,783cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2002 Volvo V40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 96,542 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 BG52 SYV, 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 24 years old, this Volvo V40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BG52 SYV registered?

BG52 SYV is a 2002 Volvo V40, first registered on 19 November 2002.

Is BG52 SYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG52 SYV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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