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BP05 AUV

2005 Volvo S40

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

30,829 mi
Last recorded30,829 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP05 AUV
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2019 30,829 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 23,734 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 19,136 miles

Nearside Front Inner cv boot leaking grease but not split

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Inner CV boot leaking grease but not split

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 17,268 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 15,827 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 14,973 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 14,461 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 13,976 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 13,185 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 12,542 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 11,976 miles

both front inner cv boots leaking

Pass 26 Jun 2008 11,306 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 11,306 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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BP05 AUV is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BP05 AUV, 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 BP05 AUV registered?

BP05 AUV is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is BP05 AUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP05 AUV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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