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CX55 VVY

2005 Volvo S40

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

147,149 mi
Last recorded147,149 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX55 VVY
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2020 147,149 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement due to contamination with power steering fluid (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

all suspension components at rear are corroded

temporary fuel cap fitted but maintains seal

vehicle frame at rear corroded

Fail 17 Aug 2020 147,149 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at centre exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement due to contamination with power steering fluid (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

all suspension components at rear are corroded

temporary fuel cap fitted but maintains seal

vehicle frame at rear corroded

Pass 19 Aug 2019 134,453 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2019 134,453 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

n/s/f brake disc guard corroded and insecure

Pass 9 Aug 2018 132,165 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2017 121,159 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 114,911 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 107,418 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2015 107,418 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect Re fit bulb correctly (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 98,977 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 90,464 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 82,110 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside rear wheel bearing noisey when rotated

Pass 19 Jul 2011 70,294 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 59,163 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 45,758 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 11 Aug 2008 32,244 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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CX55 VVY is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 CX55 VVY, 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 CX55 VVY registered?

CX55 VVY is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 20 September 2005.

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