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FG55 JFA

2005 Volvo S40

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

141,183 mi
Last recorded141,183 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 JFA
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2018 141,183 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 134,574 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 126,790 miles

Centre Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front tyre side wall in poor condition

Nearside Rear rear exhaust box in poor condition

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front tyre side wall in poor condition

Pass 22 Sep 2015 118,540 miles

Child Seat Fitted

Engine Covers And Undertrays Fitted

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2014 108,948 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 94,686 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 88,289 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 84,045 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 1 Aug 2011 83,982 miles

Nearside Front Wheel stud hole elongated (4.2.A.1d)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 79,939 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 75,906 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 75,906 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 58,138 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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FG55 JFA is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,560cc 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 FG55 JFA, 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 FG55 JFA registered?

FG55 JFA is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 28 October 2005.

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The MOT history for FG55 JFA 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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