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LD51 MPV

2001 Volvo V40

Silver Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2025
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

54,318 mi
Last recorded54,318 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2024
Typical for 2001 Volvo V4097,793 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD51 MPV
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2024 54,318 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2024 54,318 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 52,569 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 50,753 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 48,837 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 45,780 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 43,651 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2019 43,651 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 40,389 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2018 40,389 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 38,227 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 35,356 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 32,715 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 28,988 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 28,088 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 26,076 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 22,850 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 22,850 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2011 22,832 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 22,301 miles

slight oil leaks

Fail 13 Oct 2010 22,301 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

n/s/f indicator lamp lens missing

slight oil leaks

Pass 29 Mar 2010 21,875 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 20,898 miles

n/s mirror cover missing

rear brake discs and pads appear worn

Pass 18 Mar 2008 19,479 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2008 19,479 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

nearside rear tyre has nail in tread

offside rear chassis damaged

Pass 20 Sep 2007 18,623 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 15,863 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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LD51 MPV is a 2001 Volvo V40 in Silver with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LD51 MPV, 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 LD51 MPV registered?

LD51 MPV is a 2001 Volvo V40, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is LD51 MPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD51 MPV shows 27 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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