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DA55 AWM

2005 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

168,345 mi
Last recorded168,345 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA55 AWM
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 168,345 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 166,297 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2025 166,297 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel hand brake (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 161,463 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 155,985 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 152,807 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 148,043 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 126,892 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 118,638 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 109,119 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 94,564 miles

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

parking brake sticking

Pass 29 Nov 2011 89,661 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2010 78,773 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 61,424 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 43,115 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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DA55 AWM is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 DA55 AWM, 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 DA55 AWM registered?

DA55 AWM is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 2 December 2005.

Is DA55 AWM safe to buy?

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