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DF51 MLZ

2002 Volvo V40

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

197,728 mi
Last recorded197,728 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2015
Typical for 2002 Volvo V4096,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF51 MLZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2015 197,728 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 185,719 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 26 Feb 2014 175,008 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 175,008 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Feb 2014 174,987 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 161,766 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 145,484 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 134,805 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 125,109 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 112,614 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 102,814 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 102,809 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jan 2007 91,195 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 79,831 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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DF51 MLZ is a 2002 Volvo V40 in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2002 Volvo V40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 96,542 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DF51 MLZ, 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 24 years old, this Volvo V40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DF51 MLZ registered?

DF51 MLZ is a 2002 Volvo V40, first registered on 29 January 2002.

Is DF51 MLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF51 MLZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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