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OV04 HTG

2004 Volvo V40

Green Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

100,872 mi
Last recorded100,872 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2017
Typical for 2004 Volvo V4089,305 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV04 HTG
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2017 100,872 miles

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

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 88,429 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Unable to test rear seat belts due to child seats

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 6 Jan 2016 88,429 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Unable to test rear seat belts due to child seats

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 77,710 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 64,535 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 57,585 miles

o/s/r tyre 1.6mm

Pass 3 Nov 2011 51,226 miles

both front and n/s/r tyres only just legal 1.6mm

Pass 3 Nov 2010 45,798 miles

n/s/f shocker damp

rear indicators fading

wear on front and rear brake disc's

Pass 4 Nov 2009 38,309 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

advise near side front tyre ware

Pass 12 Nov 2008 30,224 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008
Pass 4 May 2007 25,455 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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OV04 HTG is a 2004 Volvo V40 in Green with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 OV04 HTG, 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 OV04 HTG registered?

OV04 HTG is a 2004 Volvo V40, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is OV04 HTG safe to buy?

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