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FL55 NXB

2005 Volvo S40

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2024
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

109,705 mi
Last recorded109,705 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL55 NXB
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2023 109,705 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides front and back lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

General corrosion

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2023 109,705 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides front and back lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

General corrosion

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 98,818 miles

Brake discs worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 96,386 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2021 96,383 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake discs worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 93,089 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective corroded front bracket (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 81,515 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 75,169 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2018 75,169 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 70,182 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2016 64,748 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 64,644 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 6 Aug 2015 59,555 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2015 59,555 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 57,738 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Nov 2013 52,090 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 46,703 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2012 46,703 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Fail 1 Dec 2011 40,423 miles

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

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

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

osf tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 1 Dec 2011 40,423 miles

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

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

osf tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 30 Nov 2010 33,672 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 27,016 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 20,177 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)

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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FL55 NXB is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 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 FL55 NXB, 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 FL55 NXB registered?

FL55 NXB is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is FL55 NXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL55 NXB shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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