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SV54 RFN

2004 Volvo V40

Green Diesel 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

152,858 mi
Last recorded152,858 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2015
Typical for 2004 Volvo V4089,305 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV54 RFN
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2015 152,858 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2015 152,858 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 136,876 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 20 Oct 2014 136,872 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 111,634 miles

nearside rear brake disc corroded

unable to fully assess brake pipes as coated in grease

Fail 1 Nov 2013 111,630 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

nearside rear brake disc corroded

unable to fully assess brake pipes as coated in grease

Pass 5 Nov 2012 99,292 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Fail 2 Nov 2012 99,292 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Fail 19 Oct 2011 91,696 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Both front tyres wearing inner edges

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2011 91,696 miles

Both front tyres wearing inner edges

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2010 83,560 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 74,836 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 74,836 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 5 May 2009 58,005 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 44,038 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 41,031 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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SV54 RFN is a 2004 Volvo V40 in Green with a 1,948cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SV54 RFN, 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 SV54 RFN registered?

SV54 RFN is a 2004 Volvo V40, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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