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GK54 VDV

2004 Volvo V40

Blue Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Volvo V4089,305 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK54 VDV
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2018
Fail 22 Nov 2018

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Sound deadening material likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Oct 2017 96,555 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 95,571 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2016 95,571 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 94,512 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2015

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 91,853 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 86,051 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2013

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2012 77,424 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 69,800 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 61,626 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 53,603 miles

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

front no-plate

Pass 17 Sep 2008 45,236 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 45,235 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 5 Nov 2007 37,198 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 37,198 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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GK54 VDV is a 2004 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GK54 VDV, 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 GK54 VDV registered?

GK54 VDV is a 2004 Volvo V40, first registered on 24 September 2004.

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