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YC52 CNV

2002 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

118,470 mi
Last recorded118,470 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2016
Typical for 2002 Volvo S4081,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC52 CNV
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2016 118,470 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 103,204 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both front tyres worn on inside edges

Pass 12 Mar 2014 93,042 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Fail 2 Mar 2013 74,693 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2013 74,693 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 56,393 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 56,393 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2011 53,587 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2011 53,587 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2010 51,802 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 49,742 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 48,714 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 46,127 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 36,301 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 36,301 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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YC52 CNV is a 2002 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2002 Volvo S40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 81,746 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 YC52 CNV, 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 24 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 YC52 CNV registered?

YC52 CNV is a 2002 Volvo S40, first registered on 31 October 2002.

Is YC52 CNV safe to buy?

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