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BK55 KPX

2005 Volvo S40

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

209,311 mi
Last recorded209,311 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK55 KPX
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2017 209,311 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2017 209,311 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2016 191,029 miles

Rear exhaust pipe hanger broken

Pass 18 Feb 2015 170,380 miles

Oil leak

Fail 18 Feb 2015 170,380 miles

Nearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Feb 2014 154,444 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2014 154,444 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear exhaust bracket snapped

Pass 27 Feb 2013 126,429 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 16 Feb 2013 126,429 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 28 Jan 2012 103,320 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2012 103,320 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Jan 2011 93,564 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Dec 2009 83,396 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

travel on parking brake

Pass 30 Dec 2008 69,819 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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BK55 KPX is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BK55 KPX, 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

How do I check the history of BK55 KPX?

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What year was BK55 KPX registered?

BK55 KPX is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 15 September 2005.

Is BK55 KPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK55 KPX shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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