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P232 SHR

1996 Volvo S40

Red Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,046 mi
Last recorded123,046 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2008
Typical for 1996 Volvo S40103,036 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP232 SHR
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 25 Mar 2008 123,046 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2008 123,046 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 117,757 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 114,264 miles

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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P232 SHR is a 1996 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P232 SHR, 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

How do I check the history of P232 SHR?

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What year was P232 SHR registered?

P232 SHR is a 1996 Volvo S40, first registered on 21 November 1996.

Is P232 SHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P232 SHR shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P232 SHR have outstanding finance?

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