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SL51 JXF

2001 Volvo V40

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

45,293 mi
Last recorded45,293 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2016
Typical for 2001 Volvo V4097,793 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL51 JXF
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2016 45,293 miles

brake pipe going to o/s/f flexi hose has corrosion

brake pipes going to o/s/r and n/s/r flexi hoses have corrosion

n/s headlamp wiper missing

o/s/f coil spring rubbing on body

o/s/f indicator starting to show white light

o/s/r and n/s/r suspension bushes worn

rear no. plate deteriorated

Fail 13 Sep 2016 45,293 miles

Fuel system component insecure rear filter (7.2.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

brake pipe going to o/s/f flexi hose has corrosion

brake pipes going to o/s/r and n/s/r flexi hoses have corrosion

n/s headlamp wiper missing

o/s/f coil spring rubbing on body

o/s/f indicator starting to show white light

o/s/r and n/s/r suspension bushes worn

rear no. plate deteriorated

Pass 24 Sep 2015 44,587 miles

brake pipe going to o/s/r flexi hose has corrosion

noise from strut top mountings

unable to open boot, but everything checked with rear seats down

Fail 24 Sep 2015 44,587 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

brake pipe going to o/s/r flexi hose has corrosion

noise from strut top mountings

unable to open boot, but everything checked with rear seats down

Pass 15 Oct 2014 43,703 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 14 Oct 2014 43,703 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear wiper torn

Pass 25 Sep 2013 42,334 miles

both rear tyres tread cracking

brake pipe going to o/s/r flexy hose corroded

noise from steering

Fail 20 Sep 2013 42,334 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

both rear tyres tread cracking

brake pipe going to o/s/r flexy hose corroded

noise from steering

Pass 4 Oct 2012 41,256 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

cover sills fitted

Fail 4 Oct 2012 41,256 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

cover sills fitted

Pass 28 Sep 2011 39,307 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 37,473 miles

rear reg plate adv starting to deteriorate

Pass 26 Nov 2009 35,905 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 33,415 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 30,583 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 28,295 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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SL51 JXF is a 2001 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2001 Volvo V40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 97,793 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 SL51 JXF, 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 25 years old, this Volvo V40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SL51 JXF registered?

SL51 JXF is a 2001 Volvo V40, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is SL51 JXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL51 JXF shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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