MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
110,761 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Bonnet pull cable adrift from handle.
Both N/S & O/s front outer driveshaft boots perrishing.
Both front coil springs corroded.
Front number plate badly worn but just within limits at time of test - Recommend replaced.
N/S/R lamp lens in tailgate broken but just within limits at time of test.
N/S/R tyre slightly misshapen.
Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
O/S headlight aim on limits & suspect adjusters u/s.
O/S/F tyre low on inner edge (195/55x15).
Rear number plate slightly worn.
Slight blow from center exhaust union.
Slight play in N/S/F A/R/B link arm.
Suspect sump plug weeping oil.
Tailgate gas struts weak.
Warning light on on dash - Suspect lambda.
Windscreen 'Clouding' around edges & has various chips.
Windscreen wiper system noisy.
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
Bonnet pull cable adrift from handle.
Both N/S & O/s front outer driveshaft boots perrishing.
Both front coil springs corroded.
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Front number plate badly worn but just within limits at time of test - Recommend replaced.
N/S/R lamp lens in tailgate broken but just within limits at time of test.
N/S/R tyre slightly misshapen.
Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
O/S headlight aim on limits & suspect adjusters u/s.
O/S/F tyre low on inner edge (195/55x15).
Rear number plate slightly worn.
Slight blow from center exhaust union.
Slight play in N/S/F A/R/B link arm.
Suspect sump plug weeping oil.
Tailgate gas struts weak.
Warning light on on dash - Suspect lambda.
Windscreen 'Clouding' around edges & has various chips.
Windscreen wiper system noisy.
Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Volvo V40?
Based on 1,865,374 MOT tests across 172,439 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P409 EOM is a 1996 Volvo V40 in Maroon with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 1996 Volvo V40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.4% with a typical mileage of 115,901 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 P409 EOM, 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 30 years old, this Volvo V40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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P409 EOM is a 1996 Volvo V40, first registered on 15 November 1996.
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