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VN04 VCU

2004 Volvo V40

Green Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

82,708 mi
Last recorded82,708 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2019
Typical for 2004 Volvo V4089,305 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN04 VCU
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2019 82,708 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 81,120 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 79,515 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 78,469 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 77,251 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 75,580 miles
Fail 19 May 2014 75,580 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 14 May 2013 73,756 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 71,824 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 71,824 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 3 May 2011 69,393 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 4 May 2010 65,841 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 26 May 2009 63,349 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 62,861 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 15 May 2008 58,619 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 44,003 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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VN04 VCU is a 2004 Volvo V40 in Green with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 VN04 VCU, 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 VN04 VCU registered?

VN04 VCU is a 2004 Volvo V40, first registered on 28 May 2004.

Is VN04 VCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN04 VCU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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