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FD05 BJJ

2005 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

112,147 mi
Last recorded112,147 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD05 BJJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 112,147 miles

Nearside Front tyre inner edge worn

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front tyre inner edge worn

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 105,684 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2014 92,238 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 31 May 2013 87,614 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 74,598 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 65,967 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 57,970 miles

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

r/h/r seat belt partialy tested due to child seat fitted

Fail 27 May 2010 57,970 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

r/h/r seat belt partialy tested due to child seat fitted

Fail 27 May 2009 48,397 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 May 2009 48,397 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 37,602 miles

rear pads wearing low

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 BJJ is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BJJ, 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.

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What year was FD05 BJJ registered?

FD05 BJJ is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 10 June 2005.

Is FD05 BJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD05 BJJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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