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YL04 FME

2004 Volvo S40

Grey Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

68,907 mi
Last recorded68,907 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2021
Typical for 2004 Volvo S4075,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL04 FME
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2021 68,907 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 67,787 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 66,296 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 64,135 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 62,249 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 21 Sep 2016 60,188 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 57,552 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 57,552 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2014 54,815 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 52,776 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 50,800 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 48,426 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2011 48,426 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 46,097 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 20 Sep 2010 46,097 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 43,448 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 40,999 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 40,999 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 39,366 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

evidence of o/s/r brake overheating

n/s/f brake binding slightly

Fail 13 Aug 2007 33,756 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 33,756 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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YL04 FME is a 2004 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 YL04 FME, 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 YL04 FME registered?

YL04 FME is a 2004 Volvo S40, first registered on 18 August 2004.

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The MOT history for YL04 FME shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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