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AV55 OXS

2005 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

138,214 mi
Last recorded138,214 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2022
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 OXS
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2022 138,214 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

handbrake poor

Pass 30 Mar 2021 134,916 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 131,501 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 127,790 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 124,484 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2017 120,181 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 114,961 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 110,096 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 105,924 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 6 Dec 2013 105,921 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 13 Dec 2012 95,471 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 82,035 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 70,254 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 60,017 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2008 38,860 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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AV55 OXS is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AV55 OXS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV55 OXS registered?

AV55 OXS is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is AV55 OXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV55 OXS shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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