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BV17 MDU

2017 Volvo V40

Black Diesel 1969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

126,791 mi
Last recorded126,791 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 Volvo V4042,458 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV17 MDU
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,969cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 126,791 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2026 126,791 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2025 121,670 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2025 121,698 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 114,996 miles

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

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8MM (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Aug 2024 114,996 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed PLY [225/45/17] (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 107,499 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 99,965 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2022 99,965 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 89,108 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2021 89,108 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 84,883 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 64,078 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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BV17 MDU is a 2017 Volvo V40 in Black with a 1,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2017 Volvo V40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 42,458 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 BV17 MDU, 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 9 years old, this Volvo V40 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BV17 MDU?

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What year was BV17 MDU registered?

BV17 MDU is a 2017 Volvo V40, first registered on 1 March 2017.

Is BV17 MDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV17 MDU shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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