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BN02 ZCV

2002 Volvo V40

Red Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

122,844 mi
Last recorded122,844 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 2002 Volvo V4096,542 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN02 ZCV
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 122,844 miles

exhaust corroded and slight blow to joints

front and rear suspension bushes perished

surface corrosion all around underbody areas

Pass 24 Jun 2016 111,653 miles

rear tyres wearing close to limit

surface corrosion around underbody areas

Fail 24 Jun 2016 111,653 miles

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear tyres wearing close to limit

surface corrosion around underbody areas

Pass 10 Jun 2015 102,045 miles

rear suspension stabiliser arm bushes splitting

surface corrosion around underbody areas

Fail 10 Jun 2015 102,045 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

rear suspension stabiliser arm bushes splitting

surface corrosion around underbody areas

Pass 9 Jun 2014 95,036 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 87,118 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 22 May 2013 87,118 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 May 2012 79,000 miles

Air bag light on

Exhaust system corroded

Pass 17 Jun 2011 68,015 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

air bag light on

nearside rear tyre wearing on both edges

offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 17 Jun 2011 68,015 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

air bag light on

nearside rear tyre wearing on both edges

offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 1 Jun 2010 60,296 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

air bag light on

Fail 1 Jun 2010 60,296 miles

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

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

air bag light on

Fail 3 Jun 2009 51,854 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 3 Jun 2009 51,854 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 May 2008 43,375 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 35,996 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 30,147 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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BN02 ZCV is a 2002 Volvo V40 in Red with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BN02 ZCV, 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 BN02 ZCV registered?

BN02 ZCV is a 2002 Volvo V40, first registered on 31 May 2002.

Is BN02 ZCV safe to buy?

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