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YR54 MXM

2004 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

146,350 mi
Last recorded146,350 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2016
Typical for 2004 Volvo S4075,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR54 MXM
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2016 146,350 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

engine oil low

spare tyre loose in boot

Pass 10 Sep 2015 139,466 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2015 139,466 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 122,650 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 122,650 miles

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

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

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

both front tyres bald on inner /outer edges

Fail 16 Aug 2013 104,588 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 104,588 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 88,255 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 74,408 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 62,999 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 50,951 miles

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

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

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

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 3 Sep 2008 35,368 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 35,368 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 28,574 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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YR54 MXM is a 2004 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YR54 MXM, 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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What year was YR54 MXM registered?

YR54 MXM is a 2004 Volvo S40, first registered on 9 September 2004.

Is YR54 MXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR54 MXM shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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