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AJ04 UJV

2004 Volvo S40

Grey Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

114,329 mi
Last recorded114,329 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2017
Typical for 2004 Volvo S4075,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ04 UJV
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 4 Oct 2017 114,329 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2-3mm (3.5.1g)

Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn both outer (2.5.C.1b)

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% 1 of 2 not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front door mirror damaged

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Rear both tyres heavily cracking

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened very poor condition (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 81,779 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 May 2014 73,415 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 73,415 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 May 2013 60,953 miles

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge.

offside day running light not working.

Fail 8 May 2013 60,953 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge.

offside day running light not working.

Pass 23 May 2012 49,836 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 42,310 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 34,645 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 May 2009 27,803 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 27,803 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 30 May 2008 20,674 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 20,674 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2007 15,108 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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AJ04 UJV is a 2004 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2004 Volvo S40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 75,870 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AJ04 UJV, 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 22 years old, this Volvo S40 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AJ04 UJV is a 2004 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 June 2004.

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