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GW05 GER

2021 Volvo V40

White Hybrid electric (clean) 1969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

55,325 mi
Last recorded55,325 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGW05 GER
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2021
ColourWhite
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,969cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 55,325 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2026 98,789 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jul 2025 45,416 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 88,808 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 26,481 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt N/S/R and O/S/R

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Mar 2024 78,196 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside front inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Mar 2024 78,194 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside front inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 68,038 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 59,540 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 50,804 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2021 50,797 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2020 43,403 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2020 43,395 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 34,225 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 26,058 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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GW05 GER is a 2021 Volvo V40 in White with a 1,969cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GW05 GER, 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 5 years old, this Volvo V40 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GW05 GER registered?

GW05 GER is a 2021 Volvo V40, first registered on 5 August 2021.

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