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EF05 XZN

2005 Volvo S40

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2020
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

208,547 mi
Last recorded208,547 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 XZN
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 17 Aug 2019 208,547 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2018 183,979 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 165,430 miles

all 4 tyre valves perished.

dent o/s/r wheel rim (inner).

o/s/f tyre worn inner.

shields fitted unable to fully inspect.

Pass 22 Jul 2016 153,775 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 141,980 miles

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

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

chip in screen

Pass 1 Aug 2014 128,963 miles

chip in screen

Pass 9 Aug 2013 115,549 miles

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

chip in screen

Pass 3 Aug 2012 102,126 miles

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

o/s/f tyre worn

rear tyres worn

Pass 12 Aug 2011 87,558 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 73,094 miles

chip in screen n/s

front tyres worn

Pass 7 Aug 2009 59,087 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 52,977 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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EF05 XZN is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 EF05 XZN, 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 EF05 XZN registered?

EF05 XZN is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is EF05 XZN safe to buy?

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