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FE55 BXM

2005 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

88,842 mi
Last recorded88,842 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE55 BXM
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2018 88,842 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2018 88,842 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 73,731 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 70,149 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 64,915 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 60,810 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 53,784 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 48,276 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 42,932 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 37,298 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 31,815 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2008 22,125 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 4 Aug 2008 22,125 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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FE55 BXM is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FE55 BXM, 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

How do I check the history of FE55 BXM?

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What year was FE55 BXM registered?

FE55 BXM is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is FE55 BXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE55 BXM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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