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CP05 YML

2005 Volvo S40

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

143,169 mi
Last recorded143,169 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2011
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP05 YML
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2011 143,169 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2011 143,169 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2011 127,636 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 127,636 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

offside rear side light bulb inop

Pass 29 Sep 2009 105,160 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 93,720 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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CP05 YML is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 CP05 YML, 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 CP05 YML?

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What year was CP05 YML registered?

CP05 YML is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 29 August 2005.

Is CP05 YML safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP05 YML shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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