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WF51 SFE

2001 Volvo V40

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

210,477 mi
Last recorded210,477 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2014
Typical for 2001 Volvo V4097,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF51 SFE
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2014 210,477 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Tie bar/rod rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs worn

rear brake discs pitted

sill covers fitted

wheel arch liners fitted

Fail 9 Dec 2014 210,461 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Tie bar/rod rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs worn

rear brake discs pitted

sill covers fitted

wheel arch liners fitted

Pass 19 Dec 2013 204,766 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Tie bar/rod rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

rear brake discs pitted

sill covers fitted

wheel arch liners fitted

Pass 19 Dec 2012 201,306 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

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

Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear brake discs pitted

sill covers fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2011 197,663 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

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

o/s/f anti roll bar link rubber split

rear brake discs pitted

sill covers fitted

Fail 29 Sep 2011 197,660 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

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

o/s/f anti roll bar link rubber split

rear brake discs pitted

sill covers fitted

Pass 23 Sep 2010 194,918 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 185,030 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 172,328 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 152,078 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 130,082 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
Full Volvo V40 reliability report

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WF51 SFE is a 2001 Volvo V40 in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WF51 SFE, 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.

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What year was WF51 SFE registered?

WF51 SFE is a 2001 Volvo V40, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is WF51 SFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF51 SFE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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