MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
55,327 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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slight dampness at power steering area
Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
slight dampness at power steering area
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)
Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Anti skid light stays on
Both front tyres have slight cracking in tread area
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
anti skid light on
Offside Front Lower Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Warning light on dash.
Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal (2.3.3b)
Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
light on at dash
oil leak at filter
How Reliable is the Volvo S40?
Based on 1,390,271 MOT tests across 104,646 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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AF05 VBE is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.
Across all 2005 Volvo S40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 83,495 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 AF05 VBE, 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 21 years old, this Volvo S40 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was AF05 VBE registered?
AF05 VBE is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 31 March 2005.
Is AF05 VBE safe to buy?
The MOT history for AF05 VBE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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