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DN04 ACF

2004 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

163,627 mi
Last recorded163,627 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2015
Typical for 2004 Volvo S4075,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN04 ACF
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2015 163,627 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre 1mm of tread on inner edge (205/50/17)

Nearside Rear Tyre cracked on tread (No cords showing at time of test)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Trailing arm bush peeling

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 8 Dec 2015 163,627 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre 1mm of tread on inner edge (205/50/17)

Nearside Rear Tyre cracked on tread (No cords showing at time of test)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Trailing arm bush peeling

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 149,256 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 146,557 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 142,972 miles

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 16 Mar 2012 137,867 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 130,355 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 130,355 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 120,465 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 1 May 2009 110,254 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 94,089 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 77,242 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 77,241 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Oil leak

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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DN04 ACF is a 2004 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DN04 ACF, 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 DN04 ACF registered?

DN04 ACF is a 2004 Volvo S40, first registered on 7 May 2004.

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