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YR04 LPU

2004 Volvo V40

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

101,509 mi
Last recorded101,509 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2018
Typical for 2004 Volvo V4089,305 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR04 LPU
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2018 101,509 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 100,384 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 98,673 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 98,673 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2015 97,151 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 95,120 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 95,120 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

fuel filter corroded

Pass 31 Jul 2013 92,767 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

fuel filter corroded,not leaking

Pass 6 Jul 2012 90,562 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 86,763 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 83,691 miles

advise air big light on

Pass 10 Feb 2010 74,863 miles

front brake discs getting lipped

Pass 20 Feb 2009 65,678 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 56,902 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 41,198 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2007 41,098 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

front pads low

How Reliable is the Volvo V40?

Based on 1,865,374 MOT tests across 172,439 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,937
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
172,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 66,595
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 49,904
Brake pipe excessively corroded 43,421
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 28,897
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 27,218
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YR04 LPU is a 2004 Volvo V40 in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2004 Volvo V40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 89,305 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo V40 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 66,595 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YR04 LPU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V40 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 22 years old, this Volvo V40 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YR04 LPU registered?

YR04 LPU is a 2004 Volvo V40, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is YR04 LPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR04 LPU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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