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BD54 VEL

2004 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

51,176 mi
Last recorded51,176 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2019
Typical for 2004 Volvo S4075,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD54 VEL
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2019 51,176 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 15 Nov 2018 48,218 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 44,919 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2017 44,918 miles

Nearside Rear Torque/reaction arm damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Torque/reaction arm damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 40,694 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Track Rod. (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance Door Mirror Repeater Lens Broken. (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Track Rod. (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 36,981 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 33,008 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Nov 2014 33,008 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2013 28,539 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 25,533 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 24,281 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 21,517 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 18,806 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 15,354 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 12,454 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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BD54 VEL is a 2004 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 BD54 VEL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BD54 VEL?

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What year was BD54 VEL registered?

BD54 VEL is a 2004 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 November 2004.

Is BD54 VEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD54 VEL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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