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YD04 XFP

2004 Volvo S40

Silver Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

113,004 mi
Last recorded113,004 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2014
Typical for 2004 Volvo S4075,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD04 XFP
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 8 Jan 2014 113,004 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Jan 2014 113,004 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 107,910 miles

(1.4A.2f)The nearside rear indicator colour is slightly deteriorated

(1.4A.2f)The offside rear indicator colour is slightly deteriorated

(1.7.5a)The offside front headlamp illumination is deteriorating and is ready for service

(2.4G.2)The nearside front lower suspension ball joint dust cover is slightly damaged but not able to permit the ingress of dirt etc at the time of examination.

(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre at the inner side of the central band is devoid of tread.

(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.54mm

(4.1E.1)The offside front tyre at the inner side of the central band is devoid of tread.

(4.1E.1)The offside front tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.75mm

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Fail 13 Dec 2012 107,891 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

(1.4A.2f)The nearside rear indicator colour is slightly deteriorated

(1.4A.2f)The offside rear indicator colour is slightly deteriorated

(1.7.5a)The offside front headlamp illumination is deteriorating and is ready for service

(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre at the inner side of the central band is devoid of tread.

(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.54mm

(4.1E.1)The offside front tyre at the inner side of the central band is devoid of tread.

(4.1E.1)The offside front tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.75mm

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Pass 14 Dec 2011 98,775 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 88,827 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 88,827 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 69,124 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 46,587 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 46,587 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2008 28,640 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2008 28,640 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

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 XFP is a 2004 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XFP, 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.

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YD04 XFP is a 2004 Volvo S40, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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