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WF54 VHK

2004 Volvo S40

Turquoise Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

64,808 mi
Last recorded64,808 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Volvo S4075,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF54 VHK
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2004
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 64,808 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 59,672 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 53,939 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 46,754 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 Jan 2023 46,740 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 39,558 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 32,167 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 30,794 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 29,507 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 May 2019 29,507 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure in tread area 205/50R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 26,993 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 25,140 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 30 Sep 2016 24,435 miles

Offside headlight cleaning device broken

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

Pass 18 Sep 2015 23,448 miles

Nearside Rear Inner sidelight not working

Pass 24 Sep 2014 22,447 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 21,140 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 20,113 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 20,113 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Sep 2011 18,493 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2011 18,493 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 15,889 miles

n/s/r outer sidelight not working

Pass 22 Sep 2009 14,368 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 14,365 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 12,524 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 12,524 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 10,494 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 10,494 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

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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WF54 VHK is a 2004 Volvo S40 in Turquoise with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 WF54 VHK, 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 WF54 VHK registered?

WF54 VHK is a 2004 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 September 2004.

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