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R382 JAD

1997 Volvo V40

Blue Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

166,401 mi
Last recorded166,401 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2015
Typical for 1997 Volvo V40113,639 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR382 JAD
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2015 166,401 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 163,129 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 158,783 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 154,174 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 150,356 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 145,761 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 138,755 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 130,480 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 130,480 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 125,110 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 125,109 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2006 119,563 miles

engine and gearbox slight oil leaks

rear disc surfaces corrosion both sides

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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R382 JAD is a 1997 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R382 JAD, 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 R382 JAD registered?

R382 JAD is a 1997 Volvo V40, first registered on 20 August 1997.

Is R382 JAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R382 JAD shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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