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P638 NDB

1997 Volvo V40

Black Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

149,646 mi
Last recorded149,646 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 Volvo V40113,639 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP638 NDB
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 23 Jun 2015 149,646 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 146,679 miles

slight oil leak.

Pass 8 Jul 2013 144,212 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 141,998 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

offside rear tyre inner edge showing wear

sill covers fitted

Pass 7 Jul 2011 139,429 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 136,295 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 132,443 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 128,278 miles

Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 2 Jul 2008 128,267 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 122,922 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Jul 2006 117,836 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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P638 NDB is a 1997 Volvo V40 in Black with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 P638 NDB, 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 P638 NDB registered?

P638 NDB is a 1997 Volvo V40, first registered on 5 June 1997.

Is P638 NDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P638 NDB shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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