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FX51 MFR

2001 Volvo S40

Silver Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

95,484 mi
Last recorded95,484 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2014
Typical for 2001 Volvo S4085,515 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 MFR
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2014 95,484 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 85,136 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 73,170 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 120,435 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2008 120,435 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Fail 23 Aug 2007 110,414 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 110,414 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 98,420 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2005 91,892 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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FX51 MFR is a 2001 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FX51 MFR, 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

How do I check the history of FX51 MFR?

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What year was FX51 MFR registered?

FX51 MFR is a 2001 Volvo S40, first registered on 19 September 2001.

Is FX51 MFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX51 MFR shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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