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BG55 CXH

2005 Volvo S40

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,395 mi
Last recorded48,395 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 CXH
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 48,395 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 47,219 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 46,776 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 46,345 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 45,851 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2021 45,851 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid leak from washer bottle , when filling with water (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 45,336 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Sep 2020 45,336 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 44,823 miles

rear registration plate background discoloured

rear tyres inner walls cracked

slight corrosion front coil springs

Pass 28 Sep 2018 43,950 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Sep 2018 43,920 miles

Power steering component leaking pipe /or tank (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 40,280 miles

i)excessive oil leak ii)off side front track control arm rear bush bond failing iii)rear no.plate delaminated (background).

Pass 30 Sep 2016 38,680 miles

Off side front track control arm rear bush failing

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

oil leak

Fail 30 Sep 2016 38,680 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)

Front Steering system lock to lock check stretches a brake hose (2.2.D.2b)

Off side front track control arm rear bush failing

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

oil leak

Pass 26 Sep 2015 35,662 miles

i)Undertrays fitted obscuring components.ii)Oil leak

Fail 26 Sep 2015 35,662 miles

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

i)Undertrays fitted obscuring components.ii)Oil leak

Pass 30 Sep 2014 32,261 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Sill covers fitted.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Sep 2013 28,942 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2012 28,416 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 25,226 miles

nearside rear tyre perishing

offside rear seat belt buckle does not release as intended

Fail 6 Oct 2011 25,226 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

nearside rear tyre perishing

offside rear seat belt buckle does not release as intended

Pass 14 Oct 2010 22,750 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 19,270 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 15,963 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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BG55 CXH is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BG55 CXH, 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 BG55 CXH registered?

BG55 CXH is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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