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Y641 JBM

2001 Volvo V40

Silver Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2019
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

111,446 mi
Last recorded111,446 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2018
Typical for 2001 Volvo V4097,793 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY641 JBM
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2018 111,446 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 Jul 2018 111,446 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 103,065 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 99,378 miles

nearside front tyre tread 2mm

Fail 24 May 2016 99,378 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

nearside front tyre tread 2mm

Pass 23 Jun 2015 90,570 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 84,264 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 84,264 miles

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

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 May 2013 75,412 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 75,410 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 72,267 miles

rear brake pads worn thin and rear brake discs are scored/corroded

Pass 26 May 2011 65,252 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 May 2010 56,759 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

serface rust on rear exhaust tail box joint

slight wear in rear anti roll bar link bushes

Pass 5 Jun 2009 53,512 miles

ADVISE N/S/F TYRE DOWN TO 3MM

ADVISE SLIGHT DETERIORATION IN N/S/R TOP INNER CONTROL ARM BUSH

Pass 5 Jun 2008 47,961 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 46,218 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 46,218 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 43,057 miles

Advise deterioration in bushes on rear toe in adjuster bars.

Advise front discs rusty on the inside on the outer edge.

Pass 22 Jun 2005 37,772 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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Y641 JBM is a 2001 Volvo V40 in Silver with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 Y641 JBM, 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 Y641 JBM registered?

Y641 JBM is a 2001 Volvo V40, first registered on 26 March 2001.

Is Y641 JBM safe to buy?

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