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HJ53 RBZ

2004 Volvo V40

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

31,355 mi
Last recorded31,355 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Volvo V4089,305 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ53 RBZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 31,355 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 10+ years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre 20+ years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 3 Oct 2024 30,364 miles

n/s/r inner side light not working

Fail 27 Sep 2024 30,362 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

n/s/r inner side light not working

Pass 15 Nov 2023 29,673 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2022 28,912 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 28,167 miles

All brake pads low

Pass 13 Oct 2020 27,614 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 27,104 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 25,813 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 24,728 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2016 23,733 miles

o/s/f brake slightly binding on

Pass 5 Nov 2015 22,070 miles

o/s/f brake slightly binding on

Pass 3 Nov 2014 20,138 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 17,996 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 16,740 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 15,651 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 15,651 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 13,880 miles

slight noise from offside rear wheel bearing

Pass 21 Aug 2009 12,615 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 10,820 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 27 Apr 2007 8,457 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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HJ53 RBZ is a 2004 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 HJ53 RBZ, 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 HJ53 RBZ registered?

HJ53 RBZ is a 2004 Volvo V40, first registered on 27 February 2004.

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