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CX02 RVV

2002 Volvo S40

Grey Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,020 mi
Last recorded12,020 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Volvo S4081,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX02 RVV
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 4 Feb 2026 12,020 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2025 11,709 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 11,272 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 11,057 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 10,833 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 10,585 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes covered in waxoyl/grease, unable to inspect for corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 10,339 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 9,782 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 9,433 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front Torsion bar slightly deteriorated by corrosion end that connects to the anti-roll bar link (2.4.E.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded On the bend from the chassis to the flexi pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Torsion bar slightly deteriorated by corrosion the end that connects to the anti-roll bar link (2.4.E.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded On the bend from the chassis to the flexi pipe. (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 8,964 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded pipe from front to hose (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 8,403 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 8,038 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 7,586 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 6,996 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 6,635 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 6,279 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 5,838 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 5,346 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 4,781 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 4,233 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 3,662 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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CX02 RVV is a 2002 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CX02 RVV, 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 CX02 RVV registered?

CX02 RVV is a 2002 Volvo S40, first registered on 7 March 2002.

Is CX02 RVV safe to buy?

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