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FV04 FHZ

2004 Volvo V40

Blue Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

167,051 mi
Last recorded167,051 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2018
Typical for 2004 Volvo V4089,305 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV04 FHZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2018 167,051 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 163,445 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 160,493 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 156,381 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 151,237 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 141,769 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 119,958 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 97,747 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 73,103 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Feb 2009 42,517 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2009 42,517 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 8 Feb 2008 18,294 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 15,872 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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FV04 FHZ is a 2004 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FV04 FHZ, 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

How do I check the history of FV04 FHZ?

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What year was FV04 FHZ registered?

FV04 FHZ is a 2004 Volvo V40, first registered on 5 April 2004.

Is FV04 FHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV04 FHZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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