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ExpiredMileage
150,033 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
rear exhaust started to corrode.
Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
baffles in rear exhaust silencer loose.
both wiper spindles worn.
crack in o/s/r lamp .
n/s driveshaft boot inner fixing poor.
n/s headlamp reflector faded,and light output reduced.
slight blow from rear exhaust flange.
slight play in both front tie rod ends.
slight play in both n/s and o/s rear anti roll bar bushes.
Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
baffles in rear exhaust silencer loose.
both wiper spindles worn.
crack in o/s/r lamp .
n/s driveshaft boot inner fixing poor.
n/s headlamp reflector faded,and light output reduced.
rear exhaust started to corrode.
slight blow from rear exhaust flange.
slight play in both front tie rod ends.
slight play in both n/s and o/s rear anti roll bar bushes.
Exhaust catalyser, rattling
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)
Offside and nearside headlights deteriorated and light output reduced,but not severely
Offside and nearside rear tyre treads worn uneven
Offside front tyre has several shallow cuts on inner sidewall
Offside rear light lens damaged
Slight play in nearside and offside steering arm inner joints
Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Exhaust catalyser, rattling
Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
Offside and nearside headlights deteriorated and light output reduced,but not severely
Offside and nearside rear tyre treads worn uneven
Offside front tyre has several shallow cuts on inner sidewall
Offside rear light lens damaged
Slight play in nearside and offside steering arm inner joints
Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b) DANGEROUS
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
n/s/r outer side lamp not working
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside rear axle arm bush split and perrished
Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside rear axle arm bush split and perrished
Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Slight play in offside steering rack
Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Slight play in offside steering rack
Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
early wear in rear link arm "D" bushes
How Reliable is the Volvo V40?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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P266 NOW is a 1997 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,731cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 P266 NOW, 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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P266 NOW is a 1997 Volvo V40, first registered on 18 June 1997.
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