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YK51 HVN

2001 Volvo S40

Red Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

69,571 mi
Last recorded69,571 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2023
Typical for 2001 Volvo S4085,515 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK51 HVN
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2023 69,571 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2023 69,571 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin on 2mm. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 60,655 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2022 60,655 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour and nearside rear side running light not working (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 49,805 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2020 37,775 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 35,788 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 33,707 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 33,195 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 31,947 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 29,956 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 25,765 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 22,228 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 20,873 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 18,906 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 16,851 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2008 15,525 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2008 15,521 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 14,233 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 12,804 miles

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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YK51 HVN is a 2001 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2001 Volvo S40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 85,515 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 YK51 HVN, 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 25 years old, this Volvo S40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YK51 HVN?

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What year was YK51 HVN registered?

YK51 HVN is a 2001 Volvo S40, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is YK51 HVN safe to buy?

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