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GJ55 FWV

2005 Volvo S40

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

140,947 mi
Last recorded140,947 miles
Recorded on9 May 2024
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ55 FWV
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2024 140,947 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 139,094 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 132,500 miles

Rear Pat fluid seepage

Pass 10 May 2021 126,336 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 123,054 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 118,823 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 114,964 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 110,220 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 105,934 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 101,717 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 101,715 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 27 May 2014 92,262 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)

Fail 27 May 2014 92,262 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 16 May 2013 80,251 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 80,249 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2012 68,699 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 57,588 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 57,588 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 52,547 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 40,918 miles

rear number plate starting to deteriorated

Pass 20 Sep 2008 33,650 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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GJ55 FWV is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 GJ55 FWV, 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 GJ55 FWV registered?

GJ55 FWV is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is GJ55 FWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ55 FWV shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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