MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
117,936 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Anti-lock braking system component repaired but not inappropriately (3.4.4)
Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Fuel pipe/s corroded
Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
Rear bumper insecure
Anti-lock braking system component repaired but not inappropriately (3.4.4)
Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Fuel pipe/s corroded
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
Rear bumper insecure
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Offside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)
Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
How Reliable is the Volvo S40?
Based on 1,390,271 MOT tests across 104,646 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R764 NBL is a 1997 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,855cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1997 Volvo S40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 100,010 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 S40 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 60,127 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R764 NBL, 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 29 years old, this Volvo S40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R764 NBL registered?
R764 NBL is a 1997 Volvo S40, first registered on 17 October 1997.
Is R764 NBL safe to buy?
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