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FV52 BXE

2002 Volvo S40

Grey Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

143,038 mi
Last recorded143,038 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2014
Typical for 2002 Volvo S4081,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV52 BXE
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2014 143,038 miles

both front tyres worn oninner edges / close to legal limit

Fail 15 Dec 2014 143,038 miles

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

both front tyres worn oninner edges / close to legal limit

Fail 18 Dec 2013 136,948 miles

Engine noisy at tickover

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

Pass 18 Dec 2013 136,948 miles

Engine noisy at tickover

Pass 15 Dec 2012 130,053 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 130,455 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

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

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

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

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 5 Dec 2011 117,844 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)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 104,625 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 98,057 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 84,080 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 70,243 miles

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

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)

Pass 27 Nov 2006 54,680 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 42,726 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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FV52 BXE is a 2002 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2002 Volvo S40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 81,746 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 FV52 BXE, 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 24 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 FV52 BXE registered?

FV52 BXE is a 2002 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 November 2002.

Is FV52 BXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV52 BXE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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