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CE05 KRN

2005 Volvo S40

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

138,442 mi
Last recorded138,442 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE05 KRN
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2018 138,442 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2018 138,442 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2017 125,259 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 107,862 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 107,862 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 90,601 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 76,616 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Aug 2014 76,456 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N and O/S rear tyres worn on outer edges

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Aug 2013 55,643 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 43,353 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 36,625 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 32,953 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 29,324 miles

light surface corrosion to front +rear brake discs

some imbalance on f+r service brakes

Pass 18 Feb 2009 24,725 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2008 18,600 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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CE05 KRN is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CE05 KRN, 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 CE05 KRN registered?

CE05 KRN is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 16 March 2005.

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