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PG53 SWW

2004 Volvo V40

Green Petrol 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

135,584 mi
Last recorded135,584 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2016
Typical for 2004 Volvo V4089,305 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG53 SWW
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2016 135,584 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 126,458 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 119,064 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2013 110,429 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 103,382 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 97,452 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 97,452 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 89,166 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 89,166 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 79,180 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 71,386 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 61,983 miles

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

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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PG53 SWW is a 2004 Volvo V40 in Green with a 1,870cc petrol 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 PG53 SWW, 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 PG53 SWW registered?

PG53 SWW is a 2004 Volvo V40, first registered on 19 February 2004.

Is PG53 SWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for PG53 SWW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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