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YR51 LRJ

2001 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2021
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

271,324 mi
Last recorded271,324 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2020
Typical for 2001 Volvo V4097,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR51 LRJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2020 271,324 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 Aug 2020 271,304 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 266,876 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 259,693 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 252,207 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2016 243,556 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 234,327 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 224,594 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 214,692 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 214,687 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Sep 2012 205,749 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 195,585 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 Sep 2011 195,585 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 183,946 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 173,920 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 173,920 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 4 Sep 2008 163,257 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2008 163,257 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 152,147 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 141,409 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006 141,409 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2005 130,543 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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YR51 LRJ is a 2001 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YR51 LRJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YR51 LRJ registered?

YR51 LRJ is a 2001 Volvo V40, first registered on 11 September 2001.

Is YR51 LRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR51 LRJ shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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