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S921 NFV

1998 Volvo V40

Silver Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

179,741 mi
Last recorded179,741 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2007
Typical for 1998 Volvo V40108,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS921 NFV
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 20 Oct 2007 179,741 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Jan 2006 167,885 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2006 167,885 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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S921 NFV is a 1998 Volvo V40 in Silver with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1998 Volvo V40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 108,460 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 V40 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 66,595 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S921 NFV, 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 28 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 S921 NFV?

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What year was S921 NFV registered?

S921 NFV is a 1998 Volvo V40, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S921 NFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S921 NFV shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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