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FL51 XRZ

2001 Volvo V40

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

140,282 mi
Last recorded140,282 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2013
Typical for 2001 Volvo V4097,793 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL51 XRZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2013 140,282 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 1 Apr 2011 107,169 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

advise rear exhaust mounting

Pass 1 Apr 2011 107,169 miles

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

advise rear exhaust mounting

Pass 9 Apr 2010 92,267 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 75,951 miles

rear index slightly deteriorated

rear tyres 3mm remaining outer edges 195/60/15v

Pass 1 Apr 2008 58,358 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Inner Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Fail 1 Apr 2008 58,358 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Inner Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 9 Nov 2006 40,520 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 40,520 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2005 30,818 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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FL51 XRZ is a 2001 Volvo V40 in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FL51 XRZ, 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

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What year was FL51 XRZ registered?

FL51 XRZ is a 2001 Volvo V40, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is FL51 XRZ safe to buy?

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