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C8 GYR

2005 Volvo S40

Grey Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2021
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

102,849 mi
Last recorded102,849 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 GYR
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 19 Nov 2020 102,849 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 96,471 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 93,949 miles

ENGINE LIGHT ON !!

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 88,079 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 81,914 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 75,511 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 68,771 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 61,238 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 53,814 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 41,483 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 33,489 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

cover sills

Pass 19 Sep 2008 24,439 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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C8 GYR is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C8 GYR, 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 C8 GYR?

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What year was C8 GYR registered?

C8 GYR is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is C8 GYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C8 GYR shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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