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FD05 BHA

2005 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

99,978 mi
Last recorded99,978 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD05 BHA
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2015 99,978 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 86,953 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2014 86,953 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 81,474 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 74,698 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 67,970 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 61,881 miles

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

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)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2009 55,378 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 49,158 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 45,429 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Rear 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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FD05 BHA is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FD05 BHA, 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 FD05 BHA registered?

FD05 BHA is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is FD05 BHA safe to buy?

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