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LG51 YZV

2001 Volvo V40

Green Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

203,675 mi
Last recorded203,675 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2016
Typical for 2001 Volvo V4097,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG51 YZV
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2016 203,675 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside front tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Fail 12 Sep 2016 203,573 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc outer (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 199,544 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 186,558 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 186,185 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2013 177,115 miles

Oil leak

osr tyre wearing un-evenly

Fail 6 Aug 2013 177,113 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

osr tyre wearing un-evenly

Pass 23 Aug 2012 169,083 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 155,539 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 1 Jun 2010 143,205 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 143,205 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 126,346 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 112,486 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 112,486 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 96,171 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 18 Aug 2006 78,579 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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LG51 YZV is a 2001 Volvo V40 in Green with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 LG51 YZV, 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 LG51 YZV?

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What year was LG51 YZV registered?

LG51 YZV is a 2001 Volvo V40, first registered on 11 September 2001.

Is LG51 YZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG51 YZV shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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