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HV04 HKY

2004 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

135,765 mi
Last recorded135,765 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2018
Typical for 2004 Volvo V4089,305 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV04 HKY
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2018 135,765 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 127,190 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Dec 2015 117,558 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 107,535 miles

brake pipes covered with sealant, both rear discs slightly worn

Pass 11 Sep 2012 105,563 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 105,551 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 95,396 miles

O/S/R brake hose retaining clip missing

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2010 84,972 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 84,972 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2009 76,470 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 61,090 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2007 39,766 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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HV04 HKY is a 2004 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HV04 HKY, 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 HV04 HKY registered?

HV04 HKY is a 2004 Volvo V40, first registered on 31 March 2004.

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