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BK54 LNJ

2004 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

78,862 mi
Last recorded78,862 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2015
Typical for 2004 Volvo S4075,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK54 LNJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2015 78,862 miles

front brake discs worn

Fail 5 Nov 2015 78,809 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

front brake discs worn

Pass 11 Nov 2014 69,740 miles

n/s/f side marker not working

Pass 14 Nov 2013 60,306 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 60,306 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

HEADLAMP ADJUSTERS INOP

Pass 15 Nov 2012 55,480 miles

Child seat fitted, vehicle tested as presented

O/s and N/s front suspension lower arm rear bushes worn.

O/s/r wheel bearing slightly noisey when rotated.

Pass 18 Nov 2011 51,537 miles

o/s/f tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 8 Nov 2010 47,278 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 43,830 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 39,290 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 20 Nov 2007 34,701 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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BK54 LNJ is a 2004 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BK54 LNJ, 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

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What year was BK54 LNJ registered?

BK54 LNJ is a 2004 Volvo S40, first registered on 26 November 2004.

Is BK54 LNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK54 LNJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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