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YY17 VGX

2017 Volvo V40

Black Petrol 1969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

59,934 mi
Last recorded59,934 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 Volvo V4042,458 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY17 VGX
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,969cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 59,934 miles

under-trays fitted

Pass 14 Mar 2025 52,936 miles

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

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

under-trays and engine covers fitted

Fail 14 Mar 2025 52,936 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

under-trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 25 Mar 2024 45,598 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen scored

Pass 21 Mar 2023 38,817 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Offside front (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen scored

Pass 22 Mar 2022 29,585 miles

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

Under trays fitted not allowing inspection of some underside components

Pass 31 Mar 2021 20,486 miles
Pass 10 May 2020

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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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YY17 VGX is a 2017 Volvo V40 in Black with a 1,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Volvo V40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 42,458 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 YY17 VGX, 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 9 years old, this Volvo V40 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YY17 VGX registered?

YY17 VGX is a 2017 Volvo V40, first registered on 18 May 2017.

Is YY17 VGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY17 VGX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YY17 VGX have outstanding finance?

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