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R175 CKN

1997 Volvo V40

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,320 mi
Last recorded80,320 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2019
Typical for 1997 Volvo V40113,639 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR175 CKN
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 14 Nov 2019 80,320 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 80,082 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 790,260 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 78,304 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 76,621 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 4mm remaining (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 75,032 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 73,470 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside front tyre inner and outer edges cracked

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 72,609 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 71,551 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 69,259 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 67,132 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 64,802 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 62,519 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 58,664 miles

both rear tyres perrished

engine covers fitted

exhaust corroded

front brake hoses metal ends corroded

front springs corroded

off side rear bumper light not working

oil leak

rear discs corroded

sill trims fitted

tested when wet

under trays fitted

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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R175 CKN is a 1997 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R175 CKN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R175 CKN registered?

R175 CKN is a 1997 Volvo V40, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R175 CKN safe to buy?

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