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FA53 GMX

2004 Volvo S40

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

123,386 mi
Last recorded123,386 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2020
Typical for 2004 Volvo S4075,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA53 GMX
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2020 123,386 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2019 116,907 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 108,863 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 101,244 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 87,919 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 73,610 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2015 73,606 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2014 55,220 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 45,186 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 36,615 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 28,071 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 23,888 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Feb 2009 20,361 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 17,162 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 13,372 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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FA53 GMX is a 2004 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 FA53 GMX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FA53 GMX?

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What year was FA53 GMX registered?

FA53 GMX is a 2004 Volvo S40, first registered on 14 February 2004.

Is FA53 GMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA53 GMX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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