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WB53 EDF

2004 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

102,473 mi
Last recorded102,473 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2017
Typical for 2004 Volvo S4075,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWB53 EDF
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2017 102,473 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2016 94,870 miles

Fuel pipes and Brake pipes corroded.

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 18 Jan 2016 94,870 miles

Fuel pipes and Brake pipes corroded.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 87,037 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 84,218 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 80,358 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 75,690 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

n/s/f tyre slightly worn on inner edge

rear brake discs slightly worn

Fail 23 Jan 2012 75,690 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

n/s/f tyre slightly worn on inner edge

rear brake discs slightly worn

Pass 10 Feb 2011 68,907 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 62,159 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 62,159 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 50,193 miles

front no plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 31 Jan 2008 38,006 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 31,267 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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WB53 EDF is a 2004 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 WB53 EDF, 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

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What year was WB53 EDF registered?

WB53 EDF is a 2004 Volvo S40, first registered on 1 February 2004.

Is WB53 EDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WB53 EDF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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