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FH54 UVZ

2005 Volvo S40

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

128,632 mi
Last recorded128,632 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH54 UVZ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2018 128,632 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2017 114,990 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2016 109,284 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2015 101,129 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 93,398 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 84,004 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2012 81,586 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 79,746 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 78,198 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 78,198 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 76,018 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 74,692 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 73,075 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Inner Front 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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FH54 UVZ is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FH54 UVZ, 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 FH54 UVZ registered?

FH54 UVZ is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 12 January 2005.

Is FH54 UVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH54 UVZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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