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FE05 WKZ

2005 Volvo S40

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

100,182 mi
Last recorded100,182 miles
Recorded on12 May 2020
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE05 WKZ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2020 100,182 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 90,097 miles

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

front springs rusty and play in top mount

oil around power steering pipes

Fail 5 Nov 2018 90,096 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

front springs rusty and play in top mount

oil around power steering pipes

Pass 11 Nov 2017 73,279 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

all 4 tyres getting close to the limit

Fail 10 Nov 2017 73,272 miles

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

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

Rear BRAKE PADS VERY LOW

all tyres wearing low

oil leak

Pass 22 Jul 2016 59,946 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 56,624 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 53,304 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 49,732 miles

Both front tyres wearing low on tread depth

Pass 20 Jul 2012 46,657 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 43,236 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 35,504 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 30,422 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 22,144 miles

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

offside front tyre bold on outer edge

Fail 11 Mar 2008 22,144 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

offside front tyre bold on outer edge

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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FE05 WKZ is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FE05 WKZ, 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 FE05 WKZ registered?

FE05 WKZ is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 16 March 2005.

Is FE05 WKZ safe to buy?

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