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DY54 GZZ

2004 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

151,022 mi
Last recorded151,022 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2023
Typical for 2004 Volvo S4075,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY54 GZZ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2023 151,022 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 146,312 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 143,646 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2020 143,321 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 134,148 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 128,147 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 122,822 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 122,822 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 115,838 miles

All coil springs corroded

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement slight play (2.4.G.2)

rear exhaust mounting bracket replaced

Pass 5 Jun 2015 107,623 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jun 2014 98,426 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

near isde head lamp aim on lower limit

Pass 10 Jul 2013 90,817 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 29 Jun 2012 84,580 miles

d/s and p/s lower sill covers fitted .

Pass 16 Jul 2011 78,542 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 74,350 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2010 74,350 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2009 66,165 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2008 59,853 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2007 44,813 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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DY54 GZZ is a 2004 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 DY54 GZZ, 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 DY54 GZZ registered?

DY54 GZZ is a 2004 Volvo S40, first registered on 14 September 2004.

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