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DX52 OFC

2002 Volvo V40

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2025
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

107,508 mi
Last recorded107,508 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2024
Typical for 2002 Volvo V4096,542 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX52 OFC
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2024 107,508 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 16 Apr 2024 107,508 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 102,073 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 28 Mar 2023 102,073 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 98,132 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 96,119 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 94,455 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 92,385 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 88,329 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 84,256 miles

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 22 Aug 2017 84,246 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 81,143 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 77,486 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 73,528 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 69,244 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 65,257 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2011 61,494 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 57,410 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 52,578 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 47,072 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 41,385 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 34,111 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 26,182 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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DX52 OFC is a 2002 Volvo V40 in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 DX52 OFC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX52 OFC registered?

DX52 OFC is a 2002 Volvo V40, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is DX52 OFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX52 OFC shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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