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BF55 XGG

2005 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

157,968 mi
Last recorded157,968 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 XGG
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2016 157,968 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 140,607 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2014 125,915 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 119,369 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 107,761 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 107,761 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 99,058 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 88,948 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 75,209 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2008 61,485 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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BF55 XGG is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BF55 XGG, 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 BF55 XGG registered?

BF55 XGG is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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