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KD55 ODP

2005 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

139,135 mi
Last recorded139,135 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD55 ODP
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2017 139,135 miles

anti skid service warning message on dashboard

Fail 14 Aug 2017 139,135 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre bald on inner edge and cut exposing cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced headlight dim (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure treaded surface uneven (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

anti skid service warning message on dashboard

Pass 6 Sep 2016 130,748 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

both rear and offside front wheel bearings have nosie

nearside reapeter intermitent

Pass 15 Aug 2015 124,464 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 118,012 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 112,607 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 11 Aug 2012 106,566 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2012 106,563 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2011 100,253 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 13 Aug 2010 93,428 miles

NOISE FROM O/S/FRONT DRIVE SHAFT AREA

Pass 9 Sep 2009 86,905 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 69,776 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

wiper blade smearing

Fail 29 Sep 2008 69,776 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

wiper blade smearing

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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KD55 ODP is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KD55 ODP, 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 KD55 ODP registered?

KD55 ODP is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is KD55 ODP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KD55 ODP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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