Archived DVLA record

1998 VOLVO V401.9L Petrol

S833 CBW

Vehicle Insight Summary

VOLVO V40 (1998, Petrol, 1948cc) — mileage recorded at 141,952. MOT status: not recorded. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.

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Registration no longer recorded by DVLA. This usually means the vehicle is now using a private plate.

MOT

Expired

Expires 25/03/2023

Tax

No data

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Mileage: 141,952
Fuel: Petrol
Year: 1998
Engine: 1948cc

Vehicle Public Record vs. Hidden Financial Risk

/ 100 · Average

DVSA MOT History: Verified

Public MOT roadworthiness: Average.

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)

! Older vehicle

Hidden Legal & Financial Status: PENDING

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Stolen

Locked

Finance

Locked

Write-off

Locked

Salvage

Locked

Imported

Locked

Exported

Locked

Scrapped

Locked

Destruction

Locked

V5C Logbook

Locked

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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 29 Jul 2026, 17:53

AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Checking the history for this 1998 Volvo V40 (S833 CBW), we found 1 MOT result in the period of March 2022 to March 2022.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 100% pass rate, with 1 pass and 0 failures recorded. The car boasts an impressive record, which typically reflects a conscientious ownership history.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Bodywork (1 issue), Steering (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 3 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

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ADVISORY

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Buying Score

45/100

Risk Level

High

Est. Annual Cost

£1,200-£1,500

Mileage

At 141,952 miles, the mileage is well ab...

Our Verdict

Proceed with extreme caution unless you are an enthusiast looking for a project. While the Volvo is historically robust, the presence of structural corrosion and recurring mechanical wear suggests it is nearing the end of its economical life.

The primary concern for this vehicle is the underbody rust. The MOT history explicitly notes structural corrosion on the rear integral body structure and outer sills. While the 2022 test stated structural rigidity was not yet reduced, rust is a process that progresses quickly. You must have a specialist perform a thorough underside inspection to determine if the rust is surface-deep or structural.\n Mechanically, check the power steering rack and suspension. The history shows multiple reports of dampness around the rack and play in the ball joints. Ensure there is a comprehensive service history; at over 140k miles, the timing belt (if not already changed) should have been replaced recently. Negotiate downwards based on the immediate need for brake pads, tyres, and exhaust repairs.

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