CarVerify

Free Car Check

R341 YBW

1997 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1870cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

159,842 mi
Last recorded159,842 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2013
Typical for 1997 Volvo V40113,639 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Volvo
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR341 YBW
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2013 159,842 miles

gearbox mounting defective

nearside and offside rear anti-roll bar d bushes have slight play

oil leak

Pass 10 Feb 2012 147,591 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Gearbox mounting defective

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in offside front tyre

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 10 Feb 2012 147,591 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Gearbox mounting defective

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 135,125 miles

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)

Fail 3 Mar 2011 135,125 miles

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

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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)

Fail 25 Feb 2010 116,599 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 116,599 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 105,708 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Mar 2009 105,708 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2008 100,433 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Fail 22 Feb 2008 100,433 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Mar 2007 87,776 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2007 87,776 miles

Centre Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper control missing (8.2.1a)

N/s inner drive shaft boot leaking oil

Oil leak

Passenger door mirror damaged and loose

Rear suspension lower than normal

Pass 2 Mar 2006 69,811 miles

brake fluid just above minimum

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
Full Volvo V40 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R341 YBW is a 1997 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 R341 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R341 YBW?

You can check the full history of R341 YBW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R341 YBW registered?

R341 YBW is a 1997 Volvo V40, first registered on 29 December 1997.

Is R341 YBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R341 YBW shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R341 YBW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R341 YBW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.