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BG52 SYZ

2002 Volvo S40

Silver Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

157,145 mi
Last recorded157,145 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2012
Typical for 2002 Volvo S4081,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG52 SYZ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 5 Nov 2012 157,145 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/f cv gaitor slight wear. o/s/f seat belt has covers can not assess. front discs slight wear. central exhaust has surface rust. under-trays & covers fitted.

Pass 5 Nov 2012 157,145 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/f cv gaitor slight wear. o/s/f seat belt has covers can not assess. front discs slight wear. central exhaust has surface rust. under-trays & covers fitted.

Pass 2 Nov 2011 151,651 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 151,651 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 145,526 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 135,804 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 126,080 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 126,076 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Oct 2006 102,624 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2006 102,624 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

front brake judder.

fuel filter corroded.

Pass 24 Oct 2005 76,822 miles

Slight judder from o/s/front brake.

Small hole in o/s headlamp.

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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BG52 SYZ is a 2002 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2002 Volvo S40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 81,746 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 S40 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 60,127 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG52 SYZ, 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 24 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 BG52 SYZ?

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What year was BG52 SYZ registered?

BG52 SYZ is a 2002 Volvo S40, first registered on 15 November 2002.

Is BG52 SYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG52 SYZ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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