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GF54 KFX

2004 Volvo V40

Black Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

73,663 mi
Last recorded73,663 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Volvo V4089,305 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF54 KFX
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 73,663 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2025 73,663 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2024 67,598 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear plates delaminating. (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 60,211 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approx. 3mm. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/50R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 55,519 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 25 Aug 2022 55,519 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 47,597 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 36,087 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2020 36,087 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 35,587 miles

exhaust tail box joint rusting

Fail 24 Sep 2019 35,587 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

exhaust tail box joint rusting

Pass 26 Sep 2018 34,391 miles

unable to see condition of brake pads

Pass 27 Sep 2017 34,014 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2017 34,014 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2016 32,317 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2016 32,317 miles

Access panel cannot be secured in the closed position bonnet (6.4.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 31,642 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 30,645 miles

front brake discs have wear lip

Pass 26 Sep 2013 30,368 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2012 29,792 miles

Nearside rear tyre sidewall perished

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2012 29,792 miles

Nearside rear tyre sidewall perished

Pass 5 Jul 2012 29,664 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 29,662 miles

Offside Inner Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 29,188 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 28,572 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 27,844 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 25,664 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 25,664 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 18,572 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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GF54 KFX is a 2004 Volvo V40 in Black with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

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 GF54 KFX, 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 GF54 KFX registered?

GF54 KFX is a 2004 Volvo V40, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is GF54 KFX safe to buy?

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