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FP51 VHC

2001 Volvo S40

Red Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

104,802 mi
Last recorded104,802 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2016
Typical for 2001 Volvo S4085,515 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP51 VHC
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2016 104,802 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) has a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output side marker (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 19 Apr 2016 104,775 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) has a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output side marker (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 99,158 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 99,150 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2014 92,084 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2014 92,084 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 91,732 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 91,011 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 91,011 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2011 90,012 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 88,555 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 86,825 miles

FRONT DISC PADS WEARING THIN

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Mar 2008 75,966 miles

front & rear number plates slightly faded

Pass 8 Mar 2007 64,176 miles

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

front no plate fading at top

Pass 7 Mar 2006 52,299 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo S40?

Based on 1,390,271 MOT tests across 104,646 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
6,355
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
104,646
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 60,127
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 53,645
Registration plate lamp not working 51,350
Brake pipe excessively corroded 36,593
Direction indicator incorrect colour 29,671
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FP51 VHC is a 2001 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2001 Volvo S40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 85,515 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo S40 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 60,127 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FP51 VHC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S40 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 25 years old, this Volvo S40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FP51 VHC registered?

FP51 VHC is a 2001 Volvo S40, first registered on 29 November 2001.

Is FP51 VHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP51 VHC 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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