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SA04 DYB

2004 Volvo V40

Grey Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,458 mi
Last recorded33,458 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Volvo V4089,305 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA04 DYB
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 33,458 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Jun 2026 33,458 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 33,419 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Nov 2020 33,419 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2019 33,410 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 May 2019 33,408 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 33,375 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 33,316 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 33,041 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 31,680 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 30,000 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 28,152 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 26,350 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 26,350 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 24,620 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 21,584 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 18,837 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2008 16,384 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2008 16,384 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 12,376 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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SA04 DYB is a 2004 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SA04 DYB, 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 SA04 DYB registered?

SA04 DYB is a 2004 Volvo V40, first registered on 25 March 2004.

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