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ET53 RHJ

2004 Volvo V40

Grey Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

118,903 mi
Last recorded118,903 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2022
Typical for 2004 Volvo V4089,305 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET53 RHJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2022 118,903 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 112,941 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 111,398 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 109,154 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 105,264 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 101,320 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 96,980 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 91,589 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 85,829 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2014 82,116 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

left outer drive shaft gaiter has leaked grease

Pass 11 Jan 2014 82,116 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

left outer drive shaft gaiter has leaked grease

Fail 20 Jan 2013 74,877 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 20 Jan 2013 74,877 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 68,182 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 61,392 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

both front tyres perishing

Fail 2 Feb 2011 61,392 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

both front tyres perishing

Pass 29 Jan 2010 55,404 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Dec 2008 47,327 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 37,690 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 29,043 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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ET53 RHJ is a 2004 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 ET53 RHJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ET53 RHJ registered?

ET53 RHJ is a 2004 Volvo V40, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is ET53 RHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET53 RHJ shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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