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YD04 VWS

2004 Volvo S40

Green Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

116,773 mi
Last recorded116,773 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2019
Typical for 2004 Volvo S4075,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD04 VWS
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2019 116,773 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 104,283 miles

parking brake uneven balance

Pass 16 Aug 2017 90,948 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 84,537 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 78,240 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2015 78,240 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 70,508 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 70,508 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both rear tyre wearing on inner edges

Pass 14 Aug 2013 65,441 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 65,434 miles

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Aug 2012 61,789 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Aug 2011 58,026 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 58,024 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 54,001 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 49,932 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 45,570 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 45,570 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2007 41,651 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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YD04 VWS is a 2004 Volvo S40 in Green with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 YD04 VWS, 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 YD04 VWS registered?

YD04 VWS is a 2004 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 April 2004.

Is YD04 VWS safe to buy?

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