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SM51 PYX

2001 Volvo V40

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

195,756 mi
Last recorded195,756 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2012
Typical for 2001 Volvo V4097,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM51 PYX
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2012 195,756 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 23 Nov 2012 195,756 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front coil spring inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Nov 2011 173,765 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 155,092 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 134,712 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 114,430 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 94,084 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 84,754 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 75,068 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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SM51 PYX is a 2001 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SM51 PYX, 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 SM51 PYX registered?

SM51 PYX is a 2001 Volvo V40, first registered on 22 November 2001.

Is SM51 PYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM51 PYX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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