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DY51 ODG

2001 Volvo V40

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

175,452 mi
Last recorded175,452 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2016
Typical for 2001 Volvo V4097,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY51 ODG
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2016 175,452 miles

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

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

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

Fail 11 Aug 2016 175,397 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2015 161,802 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe showing signs of corrosion

Pass 13 Aug 2014 154,072 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 145,406 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2013 145,406 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 136,919 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 136,919 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 128,303 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2010 119,824 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 109,403 miles

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

o/s/f tyre wearing edges

Fail 27 Jul 2009 109,403 miles

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

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

o/s/f tyre wearing edges

Pass 26 Aug 2008 99,053 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 91,670 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 83,696 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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DY51 ODG is a 2001 Volvo V40 in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2001 Volvo V40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 97,793 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 DY51 ODG, 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 25 years old, this Volvo V40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DY51 ODG?

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What year was DY51 ODG registered?

DY51 ODG is a 2001 Volvo V40, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is DY51 ODG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY51 ODG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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