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CX51 SMU

2001 Volvo S40

Grey Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

101,259 mi
Last recorded101,259 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2018
Typical for 2001 Volvo S4085,515 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX51 SMU
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2018 101,259 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 96,917 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2017 96,903 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Feb 2016 91,910 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 87,590 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 84,055 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2014 84,019 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Jan 2013 79,306 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 75,373 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 71,042 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 66,211 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Feb 2009 59,403 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 51,070 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 36,659 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 30,263 miles

rear discs scored

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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CX51 SMU is a 2001 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 CX51 SMU, 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

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What year was CX51 SMU registered?

CX51 SMU is a 2001 Volvo S40, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is CX51 SMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX51 SMU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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