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BJ52 KNK

2002 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2016
Tests19 (10 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate52.6%

Mileage

137,238 mi
Last recorded137,238 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2015
Typical for 2002 Volvo S4081,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ52 KNK
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

10 pass 9 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2015 137,238 miles

Both front top mounts slightly worn

Both front tyres worn close to the legal limit

Fail 10 Sep 2015 137,238 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Both front top mounts slightly worn

Both front tyres worn close to the legal limit

Pass 22 Sep 2014 129,322 miles

front tyres slightly cracked

Fail 22 Sep 2014 129,322 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front tyres slightly cracked

Pass 23 Sep 2013 120,964 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 120,964 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 21 Sep 2012 112,708 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 112,708 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 104,019 miles

Engine oil level too low.

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 104,019 miles

Engine oil level too low.

Pass 27 Aug 2010 95,317 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 95,317 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 88,874 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 88,874 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 83,165 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 83,165 miles

Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

engine oil leak

front brake pads low

front discs worn

o/s/f tyre worn on outside edge

rear brake pads low

Pass 22 May 2007 71,995 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 71,995 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 May 2006 62,506 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
Full Volvo S40 reliability report

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BJ52 KNK is a 2002 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.6%.

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 BJ52 KNK, 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.

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BJ52 KNK is a 2002 Volvo S40, first registered on 29 November 2002.

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