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BNZ 4242

2001 Volvo S40

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

97,477 mi
Last recorded97,477 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2018
Typical for 2001 Volvo S4085,515 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 4242
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2018 97,477 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 91,134 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 91,134 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2016 89,299 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 87,774 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 86,397 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 85,151 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 85,151 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 83,267 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 83,267 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2011 81,581 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 79,760 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 78,294 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 78,294 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 76,711 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 74,505 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 72,128 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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BNZ 4242 is a 2001 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 BNZ 4242, 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 BNZ 4242?

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What year was BNZ 4242 registered?

BNZ 4242 is a 2001 Volvo S40, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is BNZ 4242 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 4242 shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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