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BX52 HFG

2002 Volvo S40

Silver Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2023
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

138,927 mi
Last recorded138,927 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2022
Typical for 2002 Volvo S4081,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX52 HFG
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2022 138,927 miles

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded & worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Sep 2022 138,927 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability corroded & broken (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded & worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 138,633 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 138,422 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 138,112 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 137,653 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 136,897 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 136,659 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 136,176 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 135,835 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 135,255 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 134,432 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 134,432 miles

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

Nearside Rear Panhard rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 131,463 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 131,463 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 127,140 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 122,070 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 113,029 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 101,547 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2007 101,547 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Sep 2006 94,142 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 74,586 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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BX52 HFG is a 2002 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 BX52 HFG, 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

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What year was BX52 HFG registered?

BX52 HFG is a 2002 Volvo S40, first registered on 13 September 2002.

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The MOT history for BX52 HFG shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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