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N104 NJO

1996 Volvo S40

Black Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

65,263 mi
Last recorded65,263 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2018
Typical for 1996 Volvo S40103,036 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN104 NJO
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2018 65,263 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 64,617 miles

front brake imbalance

possible exhaust leak from front pipe

Fail 24 Oct 2017 64,611 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

front brake imbalance

possible exhaust leak from front pipe

Pass 24 Oct 2016 63,778 miles

Nearside Rear closing panel corroded

Pass 14 Oct 2015 62,910 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 62,265 miles

both rear inner arches corroded.

Pass 30 Oct 2013 61,760 miles

reverse lamps inop.

Pass 11 Sep 2012 61,314 miles

front brake imbalance (border pass).

reverse lamps inop.

Pass 13 Sep 2011 60,544 miles

front brake imbalance.

fuel filter damp (border pass).

Pass 6 Sep 2010 59,827 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 58,282 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 55,516 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 53,947 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 51,365 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 51,365 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2005 48,677 miles

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Volvo S40?

Based on 1,390,271 MOT tests across 104,646 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
6,355
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
104,646
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 60,127
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 53,645
Registration plate lamp not working 51,350
Brake pipe excessively corroded 36,593
Direction indicator incorrect colour 29,671
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N104 NJO is a 1996 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1996 Volvo S40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.3% with a typical mileage of 103,036 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo S40 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 60,127 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N104 NJO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S40 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Volvo S40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N104 NJO registered?

N104 NJO is a 1996 Volvo S40, first registered on 3 June 1996.

Is N104 NJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N104 NJO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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