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FL05 KZB

2005 Volvo S40

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,602 mi
Last recorded137,602 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL05 KZB
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2016 137,602 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 115,092 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 97,152 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2014 97,040 miles

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

Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 21 Feb 2013 88,741 miles

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 88,741 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2011 88,196 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

discs worn alround

Pass 31 Dec 2011 88,196 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

discs worn alround

Pass 11 Jan 2011 81,630 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2009 75,334 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 72,079 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 56,382 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 KZB is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FL05 KZB, 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 KZB registered?

FL05 KZB is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is FL05 KZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL05 KZB shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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