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SW53 JYV

2004 Volvo S40

Silver Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

78,435 mi
Last recorded78,435 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 Volvo S4075,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW53 JYV
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2017 78,435 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 77,187 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 75,823 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2015 75,812 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 74,355 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 72,157 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 69,459 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 64,185 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2010 59,945 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 59,945 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 55,094 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 45,708 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 33,664 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Volvo S40?

Based on 1,390,271 MOT tests across 104,646 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
6,355
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
104,646
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 60,127
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 53,645
Registration plate lamp not working 51,350
Brake pipe excessively corroded 36,593
Direction indicator incorrect colour 29,671
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SW53 JYV is a 2004 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2004 Volvo S40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 75,870 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo S40 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 60,127 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SW53 JYV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S40 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 22 years old, this Volvo S40 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SW53 JYV?

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What year was SW53 JYV registered?

SW53 JYV is a 2004 Volvo S40, first registered on 29 January 2004.

Is SW53 JYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW53 JYV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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