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DE55 EKP

2005 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,403 mi
Last recorded96,403 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 EKP
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2017 96,403 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2017 96,403 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both side (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both side (3.5.1i)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 86,320 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 61,932 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2009 41,526 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 21,719 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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DE55 EKP is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DE55 EKP, 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 DE55 EKP registered?

DE55 EKP is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is DE55 EKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE55 EKP shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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