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P544 CPG

1997 Volvo V40

Maroon Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

91,268 mi
Last recorded91,268 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2012
Typical for 1997 Volvo V40113,639 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP544 CPG
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2012 91,268 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

unable to fully inspect due to covers and sheilds

Pass 23 Nov 2011 87,532 miles

covers & shields not allowing full inspection

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 23 Nov 2011 87,532 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

covers & shields not allowing full inspection

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 11 Nov 2010 84,759 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2010 84,759 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 81,468 miles

N/S inner cv boot split

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Fail 17 Nov 2009 81,468 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

N/S inner cv boot split

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Fail 19 Nov 2008 78,269 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

unable to fully inspect front outer brake padsdue to wheeltrims

unable to fully inspect sills due to covers fitted

Pass 19 Nov 2008 78,269 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

unable to fully inspect front outer brake padsdue to wheeltrims

unable to fully inspect sills due to covers fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2007 74,624 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 22 Nov 2006 70,255 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2006 70,255 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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P544 CPG is a 1997 Volvo V40 in Maroon with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 P544 CPG, 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 P544 CPG registered?

P544 CPG is a 1997 Volvo V40, first registered on 26 February 1997.

Is P544 CPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P544 CPG shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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