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VU51 VZG

2001 Volvo V40

Grey Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

156,559 mi
Last recorded156,559 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2020
Typical for 2001 Volvo V4097,793 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU51 VZG
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2020 156,559 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 155,929 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 155,129 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 154,406 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 153,703 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 151,088 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 141,067 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 132,670 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 122,241 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 111,825 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 102,160 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 92,386 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 76,265 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 62,750 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 2 Oct 2006 62,750 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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VU51 VZG is a 2001 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 VU51 VZG, 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

How do I check the history of VU51 VZG?

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What year was VU51 VZG registered?

VU51 VZG is a 2001 Volvo V40, first registered on 30 September 2001.

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The MOT history for VU51 VZG shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VU51 VZG have outstanding finance?

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