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DE55 NHT

2005 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,115 mi
Last recorded71,115 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 NHT
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2025 71,115 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2024 64,953 miles

Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Rear handbrake lever travel

Pass 22 Sep 2023 59,478 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2022 52,677 miles

Handbrake Travel High

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

Offside Front Outer Sidewall Repair

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

Pass 22 Sep 2021 47,708 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 45,019 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 43,007 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 24 Sep 2018 40,012 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2017 38,709 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 37,359 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 35,855 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 33,952 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 32,195 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 29,340 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 24,111 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 20,428 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 16,457 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 12,183 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 NHT is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 NHT, 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

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What year was DE55 NHT registered?

DE55 NHT is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 20 October 2005.

Is DE55 NHT safe to buy?

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