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ST04 HYW

2004 Volvo V40

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

38,278 mi
Last recorded38,278 miles
Recorded on20 May 2020
Typical for 2004 Volvo V4089,305 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST04 HYW
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Fail 20 May 2020 38,278 miles

Brake performance not tested (Due to fluid loss) (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (O/s/r hose/caliper area) (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

(Underside Floorpan, Inner Sills & Numerous other area's Visually Corroded)

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (front to rear at rear corroded) (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel Tank Straps Visually Corroded

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Exhaust visually very corroded at centre/rear joint.

Pass 18 Mar 2019 36,782 miles

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slight weep/misting of gear fluid (monitor) (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 35,413 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 34,141 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both (3.6.B.4e)

Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both lower (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 32,707 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 31,268 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 29,713 miles

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 28,171 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 25,854 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 23,140 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 20,853 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 18,521 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 16,263 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 13,153 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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ST04 HYW is a 2004 Volvo V40 in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 ST04 HYW, 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 ST04 HYW registered?

ST04 HYW is a 2004 Volvo V40, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is ST04 HYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST04 HYW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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