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DF54 AUA

2005 Volvo S40

Silver Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

112,470 mi
Last recorded112,470 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF54 AUA
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2018 112,470 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 103,797 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

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

Pass 6 Feb 2017 101,574 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 96,247 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2016 96,247 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2015 91,517 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Jan 2015 91,517 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2014 87,507 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 83,868 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 72,809 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 60,642 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 29 Jul 2011 60,642 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 50,709 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 46,988 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 38,205 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 27,588 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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DF54 AUA is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Silver 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 DF54 AUA, 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 DF54 AUA registered?

DF54 AUA is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 21 January 2005.

Is DF54 AUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF54 AUA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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