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CA05 FBJ

2005 Volvo S40

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

135,056 mi
Last recorded135,056 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA05 FBJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2022 135,056 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 126,897 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2020 115,376 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 110,387 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2019 110,387 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view sharp edge (3.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 17 May 2018 102,292 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 97,832 miles

Anti-skid service required

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 92,988 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 92,988 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 86,988 miles

Anti-skid service light on

Pass 9 May 2014 81,155 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 76,384 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 69,907 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2011 60,437 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 47,594 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 38,305 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 26,472 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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CA05 FBJ is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 CA05 FBJ, 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.

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What year was CA05 FBJ registered?

CA05 FBJ is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is CA05 FBJ safe to buy?

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