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DF53 YMW

2004 Volvo S40

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

41,187 mi
Last recorded41,187 miles
Recorded on2 May 2024
Typical for 2004 Volvo S4075,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 YMW
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2024 41,187 miles
Fail 2 May 2024 41,187 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2023 38,105 miles
Fail 3 May 2023 38,101 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 37,964 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 37,291 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 36,753 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 35,866 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 34,722 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 33,740 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2017 32,779 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 31,830 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 30,763 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 29,216 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 28,190 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 27,215 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 26,198 miles

both rear tyres starting to crack

Fail 1 Feb 2011 26,198 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 23 Jan 2010 24,616 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 16,282 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 12,936 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Jan 2007 9,463 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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DF53 YMW is a 2004 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 DF53 YMW, 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.

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What year was DF53 YMW registered?

DF53 YMW is a 2004 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is DF53 YMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 YMW shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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