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D5 DTW

2005 Volvo S40

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

115,093 mi
Last recorded115,093 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD5 DTW
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 115,093 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 30 May 2025 110,040 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 May 2024 104,626 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 30 May 2023 97,791 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 92,296 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 84,452 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 80,922 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2020 80,921 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2019 76,025 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

under sealent applied

Pass 18 Nov 2017 68,454 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides big wishbone bush's (2.4.G.2)

under vehicle suspension/braking/exhaust components slightly corroded

under-trays and engine cover fitted obscuring some components

Fail 18 Nov 2017 68,452 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides big wishbone bush's (2.4.G.2)

under vehicle suspension/braking/exhaust components slightly corroded

under-trays and engine cover fitted obscuring some components

Pass 6 May 2017 67,467 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

engine bay covers fitted

Fail 6 May 2017 67,467 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

engine bay covers fitted

Pass 18 May 2016 61,848 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 61,846 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 57,421 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 51,199 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 45,286 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 39,546 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 34,054 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 28,660 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 23,067 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 17,638 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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D5 DTW is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 D5 DTW, 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 D5 DTW registered?

D5 DTW is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 13 September 2005.

Is D5 DTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D5 DTW shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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