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R314 YBW

1997 Volvo V40

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

74,255 mi
Last recorded74,255 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2018
Typical for 1997 Volvo V40113,639 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR314 YBW
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2018 74,255 miles

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

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

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

Fail 14 Mar 2018 74,255 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Fail 30 Dec 2016 74,248 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front corrosion present on metal brake pipe

Offside Front corrosion present on metal brake pipe

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 Nov 2015 71,909 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 70,184 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 68,020 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 65,233 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2012 65,233 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

cracks in n/s/r tyre and wearing close to leagl limit on inner edge

Pass 21 Nov 2011 62,220 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2010 60,061 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 57,163 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 54,370 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 51,602 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2007 51,602 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Pass 19 Dec 2006 48,345 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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R314 YBW is a 1997 Volvo V40 in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 R314 YBW, 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 R314 YBW registered?

R314 YBW is a 1997 Volvo V40, first registered on 29 December 1997.

Is R314 YBW safe to buy?

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