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FN55 UTK

2005 Volvo S40

Purple Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

121,820 mi
Last recorded121,820 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN55 UTK
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2022 121,820 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 112,987 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 109,013 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 101,987 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2017 97,513 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 90,588 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 84,444 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2014 78,312 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2014 78,311 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 71,876 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 66,311 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2011 59,312 miles

n/s/f tyre tread 3mm and perishing

o/s/f tyre tread 3mm and worn on inner edge

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 28 Jun 2010 52,855 miles

rear brake pads getting low

rear no.plate loose

Pass 1 Jul 2009 46,133 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 42,351 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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FN55 UTK is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Purple with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 FN55 UTK, 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 FN55 UTK registered?

FN55 UTK is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is FN55 UTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN55 UTK shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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