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PX04 XHJ

2004 Volvo V40

Black Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

91,082 mi
Last recorded91,082 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 Volvo V4089,305 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX04 XHJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2017 91,082 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 91,080 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2016 79,062 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 65,545 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 56,752 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 56,752 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 45,075 miles

Advice o/side rear tyre starting to crack

Fail 26 Mar 2011 44,957 miles

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

Advice o/side rear tyre starting to crack

Pass 16 Apr 2010 39,759 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 35,148 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 29,898 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 23,715 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 23,715 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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PX04 XHJ is a 2004 Volvo V40 in Black with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 PX04 XHJ, 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 PX04 XHJ registered?

PX04 XHJ is a 2004 Volvo V40, first registered on 14 April 2004.

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The MOT history for PX04 XHJ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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