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FL05 KXN

2005 Volvo S40

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

134,716 mi
Last recorded134,716 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL05 KXN
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2018 134,716 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2018 134,716 miles

Fuel system component leaking TOP of engine (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2017 124,472 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2017 124,472 miles

Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 115,179 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 115,179 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 106,755 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 97,076 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Mar 2013 91,165 miles

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

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

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 91,165 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 81,950 miles

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

fuel flap fauly osr

Pass 28 Feb 2011 74,667 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 74,667 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Feb 2010 66,060 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 5 Feb 2009 55,416 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 39,362 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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FL05 KXN is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FL05 KXN, 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 FL05 KXN registered?

FL05 KXN is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is FL05 KXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL05 KXN shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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