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KU51 FSZ

2001 Volvo V40

Beige Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2023
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

124,199 mi
Last recorded124,199 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2022
Typical for 2001 Volvo V4097,793 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU51 FSZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2001
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2022 124,199 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 120,081 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 116,808 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 115,902 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 114,661 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 111,146 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2017 111,146 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Dec 2015 108,086 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 105,860 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 102,356 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 99,186 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2012 96,262 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 91,641 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 86,113 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2009 79,707 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2009 79,707 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 78,545 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2008 78,545 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Oct 2007 70,522 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2007 70,522 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Oct 2006 63,493 miles

20% imbalance on front brakes

Pass 28 Oct 2005 57,211 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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KU51 FSZ is a 2001 Volvo V40 in Beige with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KU51 FSZ, 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 KU51 FSZ?

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What year was KU51 FSZ registered?

KU51 FSZ is a 2001 Volvo V40, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is KU51 FSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU51 FSZ shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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