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RV04 GKA

2004 Volvo V40

Green Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

21,660 mi
Last recorded21,660 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Volvo V4089,305 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV04 GKA
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 21,660 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 21,416 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2023 20,736 miles

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

Fail 6 Dec 2023 20,786 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2022 19,903 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

condensation front lamps lens both sides

oil seepage

stone chip in windscreen

Pass 25 Nov 2021 19,397 miles

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 18,782 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2019 18,333 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 17,922 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2018 17,212 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 16,667 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 16,037 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 16,037 miles

Fuel system component insecure fuel filter (7.2.1)

Pass 12 May 2015 15,308 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 14,585 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 14,021 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 13,174 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 12,133 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 11,262 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 9,880 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 7,922 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 5,434 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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RV04 GKA is a 2004 Volvo V40 in Green with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 RV04 GKA, 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 RV04 GKA registered?

RV04 GKA is a 2004 Volvo V40, first registered on 21 May 2004.

Is RV04 GKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV04 GKA shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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