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Y571 WST

2001 Volvo V40

Red Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

167,079 mi
Last recorded167,079 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2014
Typical for 2001 Volvo V4097,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY571 WST
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2014 167,079 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

n/s/f antiroll bar close to subframe

Fail 31 Dec 2013 166,988 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

n/s/f antiroll bar close to subframe

Pass 28 Dec 2012 159,479 miles

both front wiper blades torn but still clearing screen

Pass 6 Dec 2011 151,306 miles

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/r tyre has cracks on side wall

Fail 5 Dec 2011 151,306 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/r tyre has cracks on side wall

Pass 4 Jan 2011 144,246 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2010 132,165 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 30 Dec 2008 120,372 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2007 113,850 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Dec 2007 113,850 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 108,014 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 98,642 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2006 98,642 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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Y571 WST is a 2001 Volvo V40 in Red with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 Y571 WST, 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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Y571 WST is a 2001 Volvo V40, first registered on 9 March 2001.

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