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SV52 LXM

2002 Volvo S40

Green Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

121,163 mi
Last recorded121,163 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 Volvo S4081,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV52 LXM
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2017 121,163 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 119,224 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 116,886 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 116,886 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 114,303 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 110,646 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 110,646 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 105,652 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 100,875 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 94,798 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 88,802 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 76,886 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 63,703 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 49,624 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 49,624 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2005 35,935 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo S40?

Based on 1,390,271 MOT tests across 104,646 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
6,355
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
104,646
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 60,127
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 53,645
Registration plate lamp not working 51,350
Brake pipe excessively corroded 36,593
Direction indicator incorrect colour 29,671
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SV52 LXM is a 2002 Volvo S40 in Green with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2002 Volvo S40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 81,746 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SV52 LXM, 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 24 years old, this Volvo S40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SV52 LXM registered?

SV52 LXM is a 2002 Volvo S40, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is SV52 LXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV52 LXM shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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