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X294 UBW

2000 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2019
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

152,726 mi
Last recorded152,726 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2018
Typical for 2000 Volvo S4086,316 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX294 UBW
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2018 152,726 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 150,239 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2017 147,871 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 145,627 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 144,226 miles

lightcrackingreartyres

Pass 11 Jul 2015 139,601 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2014 135,681 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2013 131,093 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2012 126,499 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 122,089 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 118,050 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

could not fully asses brake pipes due to a coating of either underseal or waxoil

Pass 14 Jan 2010 108,380 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 105,744 miles

Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 93,532 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 80,885 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 80,885 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 68,132 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 68,132 miles

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

How Reliable is the Volvo S40?

Based on 1,390,271 MOT tests across 104,646 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
6,355
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
104,646
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 60,127
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 53,645
Registration plate lamp not working 51,350
Brake pipe excessively corroded 36,593
Direction indicator incorrect colour 29,671
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X294 UBW is a 2000 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2000 Volvo S40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 86,316 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo S40 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 60,127 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X294 UBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S40 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 26 years old, this Volvo S40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X294 UBW registered?

X294 UBW is a 2000 Volvo S40, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X294 UBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X294 UBW shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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