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R359 HFG

1998 Volvo S40

Black Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

116,145 mi
Last recorded116,145 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2007
Typical for 1998 Volvo S4095,920 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR359 HFG
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2007 116,145 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2007 116,145 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Feb 2006 112,147 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo S40?

Based on 1,390,271 MOT tests across 104,646 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
6,355
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
104,646
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 60,127
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 53,645
Registration plate lamp not working 51,350
Brake pipe excessively corroded 36,593
Direction indicator incorrect colour 29,671
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R359 HFG is a 1998 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Volvo S40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 95,920 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo S40 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 60,127 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R359 HFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S40 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Volvo S40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R359 HFG?

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What year was R359 HFG registered?

R359 HFG is a 1998 Volvo S40, first registered on 17 February 1998.

Is R359 HFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R359 HFG shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R359 HFG have outstanding finance?

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