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165,761 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached both bushes and rear most deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
How Reliable is the Volvo V40?
Based on 1,865,374 MOT tests across 172,439 vehicles.
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VKZ 4053 is a 2008 Volvo V40 in Red with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
Across all 2008 Volvo V40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 84,591 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 VKZ 4053, 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 18 years old, this Volvo V40 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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How do I check the history of VKZ 4053?
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What year was VKZ 4053 registered?
VKZ 4053 is a 2008 Volvo V40, first registered on 28 March 2008.
Is VKZ 4053 safe to buy?
The MOT history for VKZ 4053 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does VKZ 4053 have outstanding finance?
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