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GU05 KGZ

2005 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

184,021 mi
Last recorded184,021 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2019
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 KGZ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2019 184,021 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 176,833 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 165,153 miles

Oil leak ()

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 15 Dec 2017 165,150 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle Door cannot be opened from outside or inside (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Dec 2016 151,955 miles

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

Fail 29 Dec 2016 151,955 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2015 145,202 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 137,712 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 26 Oct 2013 124,100 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 113,277 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 101,762 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 93,651 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 79,721 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 69,166 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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GU05 KGZ is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GU05 KGZ, 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 GU05 KGZ registered?

GU05 KGZ is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 21 March 2005.

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The MOT history for GU05 KGZ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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