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CP04 XEG

2004 Volvo V40

Grey Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

27,767 mi
Last recorded27,767 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Volvo V4089,305 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP04 XEG
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 27,767 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 27,656 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (taped up) (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged small cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 27,603 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 27,269 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 27,105 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 26,475 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 25,421 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 25,421 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Offside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Pass 12 May 2017 24,298 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 23,031 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 21,994 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 20,656 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 19,023 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 17,330 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 15,645 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 13,853 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 11,848 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 9,745 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 7,457 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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CP04 XEG is a 2004 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 CP04 XEG, 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 CP04 XEG registered?

CP04 XEG is a 2004 Volvo V40, first registered on 3 June 2004.

Is CP04 XEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP04 XEG shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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