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Y314 HYC

2001 Volvo V40

White Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

582,481 mi
Last recorded582,481 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2016
Typical for 2001 Volvo V4097,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY314 HYC
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2016 582,481 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 27 Apr 2016 582,481 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 11 May 2015 546,188 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear bumper damaged but is secure and chassi leg slightly bent

Pass 11 May 2015 546,188 miles

rear bumper damaged but is secure and chassi leg slightly bent

Pass 2 May 2014 506,861 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 481,381 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 443,340 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 May 2012 443,340 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 404,877 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 404,877 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 May 2010 364,567 miles

both number plates damaged a little

Pass 6 May 2009 329,972 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 292,157 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2008 292,157 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2007 258,457 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 227,996 miles
Pass 7 May 2005 181,423 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
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Y314 HYC is a 2001 Volvo V40 in White with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 Y314 HYC, 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 Y314 HYC registered?

Y314 HYC is a 2001 Volvo V40, first registered on 11 May 2001.

Is Y314 HYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y314 HYC shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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