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GU51 OMM

2001 Volvo V40

Silver Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

132,401 mi
Last recorded132,401 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2022
Typical for 2001 Volvo V4097,793 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU51 OMM
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2022 132,401 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 130,032 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 118,162 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 101,670 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 101,572 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 23 May 2017 88,546 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 88,285 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 87,727 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 87,085 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 85,962 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 84,438 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2011 82,724 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2010 81,328 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 77,137 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 73,547 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 73,427 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Both front tyres are getting low

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

Plastic outer sill covers fitted

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Slight cuts to the sidewall of the O/S/F tyre

Pass 10 Sep 2007 62,487 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 62,483 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Plastic outer sill covers fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2006 50,096 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 50,096 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit damaged and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

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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GU51 OMM is a 2001 Volvo V40 in Silver with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GU51 OMM, 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 GU51 OMM registered?

GU51 OMM is a 2001 Volvo V40, first registered on 4 October 2001.

Is GU51 OMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU51 OMM shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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