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YB04 CHV

2004 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

41,086 mi
Last recorded41,086 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 2004 Volvo S4075,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB04 CHV
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 May 2019 41,086 miles

Nearside rear brake binding slightly after use

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

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

Pass 3 May 2018 40,555 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 40,555 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 May 2017 39,653 miles

Offside rear tyre showing slight signs of cracking /perishing

Pass 27 Apr 2016 38,657 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2016 38,657 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2015 37,735 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 36,440 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 35,448 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 34,510 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2012 34,510 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 33,338 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 31,713 miles

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 31,713 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 29,841 miles

Front brake pads over 50% worn

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

Pass 2 Apr 2008 19,965 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 May 2007 14,590 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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YB04 CHV is a 2004 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 YB04 CHV, 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 YB04 CHV registered?

YB04 CHV is a 2004 Volvo S40, first registered on 22 May 2004.

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The MOT history for YB04 CHV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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