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BV54 VZB

2004 Volvo S40

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2021
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

139,401 mi
Last recorded139,401 miles
Recorded on22 May 2020
Typical for 2004 Volvo S4075,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV54 VZB
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 22 May 2020 139,401 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 136,346 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 133,140 miles

covers & shields fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 22 Apr 2017 129,577 miles

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

covers & shields fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 29 Jul 2014 119,608 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 112,550 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

Pass 19 Jun 2012 104,919 miles

discs worn

sill covers

Pass 2 Jun 2011 96,102 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

front brake disc's worn

rear brake disc's worn

sill covers fitted

undertray fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2010 88,484 miles

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

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

sill covers

Pass 3 Nov 2009 84,557 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 75,973 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 64,273 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge

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 VZB is a 2004 Volvo S40 in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VZB, 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 VZB registered?

BV54 VZB is a 2004 Volvo S40, first registered on 24 September 2004.

Is BV54 VZB safe to buy?

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