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YP51 NKN

2001 Volvo S40

Beige Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

72,985 mi
Last recorded72,985 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2014
Typical for 2001 Volvo S4085,515 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP51 NKN
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2001
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2014 72,985 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 72,984 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 68,183 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 63,565 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 59,691 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 59,691 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2010 56,645 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 52,290 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 49,499 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 48,395 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2008 48,395 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2007 42,919 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2007 42,919 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2006 34,878 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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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YP51 NKN is a 2001 Volvo S40 in Beige with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YP51 NKN, 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

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What year was YP51 NKN registered?

YP51 NKN is a 2001 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is YP51 NKN safe to buy?

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