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WK54 VHZ

2004 Volvo S40

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

73,142 mi
Last recorded73,142 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2023
Typical for 2004 Volvo S4075,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK54 VHZ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2023 73,142 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Sep 2022 60,800 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 45,443 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 45,263 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 45,061 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 43,751 miles

EML light illuminating

Handbrake has slight travel

Fail 24 Sep 2018

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

EML light illuminating

Handbrake has slight travel

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 43,734 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2017 43,733 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 43,418 miles

engine light on--indicates throttle valve system

Pass 21 Sep 2015 42,403 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 40,929 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 38,694 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 36,943 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 32,152 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 32,152 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 26,547 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 21,949 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 16,531 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 12,183 miles

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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WK54 VHZ is a 2004 Volvo S40 in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 WK54 VHZ, 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 WK54 VHZ registered?

WK54 VHZ is a 2004 Volvo S40, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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