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Y998 NBO

2001 Volvo V40

Blue Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

109,947 mi
Last recorded109,947 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2022
Typical for 2001 Volvo V4097,793 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY998 NBO
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2022 109,947 miles

Minor oil leak

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 15 Apr 2022 109,931 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Minor oil leak

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 107,990 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 106,704 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 103,615 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 98,771 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 97,123 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 95,964 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 94,877 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 94,161 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 92,517 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 90,069 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 86,703 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 86,703 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 82,351 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Offside Rear Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 80,071 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 76,942 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 73,054 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

nearside wiper slightly detiorated

Pass 26 Jun 2007 73,054 miles

nearside wiper slightly detiorated

Pass 26 Jun 2006 67,431 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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Y998 NBO is a 2001 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 Y998 NBO, 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 Y998 NBO registered?

Y998 NBO is a 2001 Volvo V40, first registered on 9 April 2001.

Is Y998 NBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y998 NBO shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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