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DF51 PDK

2002 Volvo V40

Red Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

136,281 mi
Last recorded136,281 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2016
Typical for 2002 Volvo V4096,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF51 PDK
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2016 136,281 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2016 136,281 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2015 128,472 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2015 128,472 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 14 Jan 2014 121,985 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 10 Jan 2013 121,516 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 117,915 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 111,544 miles

rear brake pads low

Pass 9 Dec 2009 100,320 miles

damage on nearside front tyre wall

Fail 8 Dec 2009 100,314 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

damage on nearside front tyre wall

Pass 11 Dec 2008 89,353 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 83,652 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 77,400 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 72,780 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 PDK is a 2002 Volvo V40 in Red with a 1,948cc petrol 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 PDK, 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 PDK registered?

DF51 PDK is a 2002 Volvo V40, first registered on 8 February 2002.

Is DF51 PDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF51 PDK 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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