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FC04 PDX

2004 Volvo S40

Black Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

116,538 mi
Last recorded116,538 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 Volvo S4075,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFC04 PDX
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2020 116,538 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 11 Oct 2019 110,941 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 103,428 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2018 103,428 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 97,953 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 89,950 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 83,898 miles

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2014 77,408 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 69,548 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 69,512 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 61,434 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 51,266 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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FC04 PDX is a 2004 Volvo S40 in Black with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FC04 PDX, 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

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What year was FC04 PDX registered?

FC04 PDX is a 2004 Volvo S40, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is FC04 PDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FC04 PDX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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