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BG04 KPT

2004 Volvo V40

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

145,100 mi
Last recorded145,100 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2018
Typical for 2004 Volvo V4089,305 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG04 KPT
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2018 145,100 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Dec 2018 145,100 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced side light unit not fitted right (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a))

Fail 20 Apr 2018 144,895 miles

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak offside front (2.7.3)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil nearside front (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 130,206 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2016 116,445 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 105,123 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2014 97,986 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 90,429 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 80,650 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 71,598 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2010 62,071 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 51,201 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 40,283 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 31,755 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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BG04 KPT is a 2004 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Volvo V40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 89,305 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 BG04 KPT, 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 22 years old, this Volvo V40 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BG04 KPT registered?

BG04 KPT is a 2004 Volvo V40, first registered on 17 April 2004.

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