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GF51 SNV

2001 Volvo V40

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

143,191 mi
Last recorded143,191 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2011
Typical for 2001 Volvo V4097,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF51 SNV
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Fail 18 Sep 2011 143,191 miles

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Sep 2011 143,191 miles

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 119,818 miles

Nearside Rear 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 Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 115,190 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 109,828 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 104,064 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 97,829 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 89,324 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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GF51 SNV is a 2001 Volvo V40 in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GF51 SNV, 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 GF51 SNV?

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What year was GF51 SNV registered?

GF51 SNV is a 2001 Volvo V40, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is GF51 SNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF51 SNV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GF51 SNV have outstanding finance?

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