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DG55 EYA

2005 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

92,866 mi
Last recorded92,866 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2013
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 EYA
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2013 92,866 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 84,156 miles

nearside front tyre on 3mm

offside front brake disc scored

Pass 14 Dec 2011 77,739 miles

front disc's slightly worn

Fail 13 Dec 2011 77,739 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front disc's slightly worn

Pass 16 Dec 2010 65,982 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 54,172 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2008 42,479 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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DG55 EYA is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DG55 EYA, 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 DG55 EYA registered?

DG55 EYA is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is DG55 EYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG55 EYA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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