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GF54 KFY

2004 Volvo V40

Silver Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

99,390 mi
Last recorded99,390 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2024
Typical for 2004 Volvo V4089,305 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF54 KFY
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2024 99,390 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber outer casing corroded

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear shock absorber outer casing corroded

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

Pass 17 Oct 2023 98,196 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2022 97,603 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords deep cut on outer band. no cords evident (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 1mm on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords deep cut on outer band. no cords evodent (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured bulb going white (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 96,086 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 96,086 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 94,998 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged both front tyre valves outer cases cracked (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 92,395 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged fraying slightly (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2019 92,395 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged fraying slightly (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 88,737 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 3 Sep 2018 88,737 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm outer tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 83,726 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 78,730 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 72,752 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 66,268 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 60,196 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 54,384 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 48,210 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 42,026 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 35,656 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 28,341 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 28,341 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 20,763 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 KFY is a 2004 Volvo V40 in Silver with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KFY, 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.

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What year was GF54 KFY registered?

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

Is GF54 KFY safe to buy?

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