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R813 ESG

1997 Volvo V40

Silver Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

223,670 mi
Last recorded223,670 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2006
Typical for 1997 Volvo V40113,639 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR813 ESG
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 2 Sep 2006 223,670 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 211,335 miles

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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R813 ESG is a 1997 Volvo V40 in Silver with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R813 ESG, 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 R813 ESG?

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What year was R813 ESG registered?

R813 ESG is a 1997 Volvo V40, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is R813 ESG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R813 ESG shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R813 ESG have outstanding finance?

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