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P211 DHH

1997 Volvo V40

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

101,914 mi
Last recorded101,914 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2011
Typical for 1997 Volvo V40113,639 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP211 DHH
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2011 101,914 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

reverse light in-op

Pass 8 Nov 2010 95,314 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2010 95,199 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 88,475 miles

advise o/s/r shock absorber body starting to corrode

advise oil leak from engine

advise rear axle bushes starting to split + perish

advise rear brake hose ferrulls starting to corrode.

Pass 18 Dec 2008 80,858 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2008 80,858 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

o/s/r metal brake pipe starting to pitt

Pass 21 Dec 2007 71,783 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2007 71,783 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Dec 2006 61,119 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 57,971 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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P211 DHH is a 1997 Volvo V40 in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1997 Volvo V40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.7% with a typical mileage of 113,639 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 P211 DHH, 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 29 years old, this Volvo V40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P211 DHH registered?

P211 DHH is a 1997 Volvo V40, first registered on 13 February 1997.

Is P211 DHH safe to buy?

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