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BV54 VYO

2004 Volvo S40

Green Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

126,986 mi
Last recorded126,986 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2016
Typical for 2004 Volvo S4075,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV54 VYO
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2016 126,986 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 30 Sep 2015 122,707 miles

front both shock slightly rusty

near side front tyre wearing on outside and inside edge

offside rear tyre wearing on outside edge

Fail 30 Sep 2015 122,707 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

front both shock slightly rusty

near side front tyre wearing on outside and inside edge

offside rear tyre wearing on outside edge

Pass 9 Sep 2014 117,395 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 9 Sep 2014 117,395 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 112,328 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Sep 2013 112,328 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Off side front, rear lower arm bush split

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2012 108,488 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Sep 2011 103,860 miles

emissions too clean to test

Fail 15 Sep 2011 103,860 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

emissions too clean to test

Pass 3 Sep 2010 99,278 miles

tread low on both front tyres and worn on the inner edges

Pass 4 Sep 2009 93,260 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 87,486 miles

2 cuts in tread of nsr tyre

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 64,140 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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BV54 VYO is a 2004 Volvo S40 in Green with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BV54 VYO, 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 BV54 VYO registered?

BV54 VYO is a 2004 Volvo S40, first registered on 21 September 2004.

Is BV54 VYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV54 VYO shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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