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R510 XWL

1998 Volvo S40

Green Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2024
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

81,263 mi
Last recorded81,263 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Volvo S4095,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR510 XWL
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Fail 5 Jul 2024 81,263 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Replace now close to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 66,482 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded (5.3.2 (b))

headlights poor images

Fail 27 Jun 2023 66,482 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded (5.3.2 (b))

headlights poor images

Pass 6 Jul 2022 66,045 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

general under body corrosion

headlights poor images

Fail 6 Jul 2022 66,045 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

general under body corrosion

headlights poor images

Pass 28 Jun 2021 65,202 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2021 65,161 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2020 64,285 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2020 64,284 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jun 2019 63,546 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 63,252 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 62,539 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2017 62,539 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2016 61,594 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2015 60,966 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2014 60,380 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 59,867 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 59,496 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 59,496 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 58,700 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 57,029 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 56,124 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 54,174 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 29 May 2008 54,174 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 52,166 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 197,533 miles
Pass 31 May 2005

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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R510 XWL is a 1998 Volvo S40 in Green with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 R510 XWL, 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.

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What year was R510 XWL registered?

R510 XWL is a 1998 Volvo S40, first registered on 27 January 1998.

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