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VAZ 9787

1998 Volvo V40

Gold Petrol 1855cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

173,842 mi
Last recorded173,842 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2008
Typical for 1998 Volvo V40108,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAZ 9787
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,855cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2008 173,842 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 164,910 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 147,498 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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VAZ 9787 is a 1998 Volvo V40 in Gold with a 1,855cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 VAZ 9787, 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 VAZ 9787?

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What year was VAZ 9787 registered?

VAZ 9787 is a 1998 Volvo V40, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is VAZ 9787 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAZ 9787 shows 3 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 VAZ 9787 have outstanding finance?

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