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YG02 AHC

2002 Volvo V40

Green Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2021
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

76,068 mi
Last recorded76,068 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2020
Typical for 2002 Volvo V4096,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG02 AHC
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2020 76,068 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

driver's door handle broken but can still be opened using cable tie that has been fitted

Fail 23 Oct 2020 73,068 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour lens broken (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

driver's door handle broken but can still be opened using cable tie that has been fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2019 57,105 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 50,581 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch o/s/front mud guard ()

Fail 24 Apr 2018 50,579 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch o/s/front mud guard ()

Pass 20 Apr 2017 49,510 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 49,508 miles

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

engine under cover insecure

Pass 15 Apr 2016 47,804 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 14 Apr 2016 47,804 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 45,385 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 43,029 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 40,058 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 40,058 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 37,540 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 37,537 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 34,705 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 34,702 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 33,211 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 29,801 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 26,438 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 26,438 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 22,212 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 20,137 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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YG02 AHC is a 2002 Volvo V40 in Green with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 2002 Volvo V40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 96,542 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YG02 AHC, 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 24 years old, this Volvo V40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YG02 AHC registered?

YG02 AHC is a 2002 Volvo V40, first registered on 1 May 2002.

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