MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
155,793 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake pipe slightly corroded over fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
fuel filter corroded but not leaking
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
bonnet release cable frayed and mechanism stiff freed off prs
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
drivers side wiper rack has a worn spindle
Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
drivers side wiper rack has a worn spindle
whilst light switch functions it feels not as positive in its indents sa could be advise replacement
Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
whilst light switch functions it feels not as positive in its indents sa could be advise replacement
travel onhand brake lever
How Reliable is the Volvo V40?
Based on 1,865,374 MOT tests across 172,439 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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W231 JBV is a 2000 Volvo V40 in Green with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 2000 Volvo V40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 97,672 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 W231 JBV, 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 26 years old, this Volvo V40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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W231 JBV is a 2000 Volvo V40, first registered on 12 May 2000.
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