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CX17 VBG

2017 Volvo V40

Gold Diesel 1969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,774 mi
Last recorded91,774 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 2017 Volvo V4042,458 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX17 VBG
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2017
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,969cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 91,774 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 68,217 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2024 68,217 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 49,805 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2022 32,376 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2022 32,376 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 24,461 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 21,559 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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CX17 VBG is a 2017 Volvo V40 in Gold with a 1,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CX17 VBG, 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 CX17 VBG?

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What year was CX17 VBG registered?

CX17 VBG is a 2017 Volvo V40, first registered on 27 March 2017.

Is CX17 VBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX17 VBG shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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