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GF53 JRS

2004 Volvo V40

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

176,004 mi
Last recorded176,004 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2017
Typical for 2004 Volvo V4089,305 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 JRS
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2017 176,004 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2016 153,187 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 16 Mar 2015 133,528 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2015 133,528 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 106,802 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 105,480 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 104,329 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 102,566 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 101,755 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 101,744 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2009 99,816 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 92,371 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 79,767 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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GF53 JRS is a 2004 Volvo V40 in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GF53 JRS, 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 GF53 JRS registered?

GF53 JRS is a 2004 Volvo V40, first registered on 9 April 2004.

Is GF53 JRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF53 JRS shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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