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KN55 DZW

2005 Volvo S40

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

113,551 mi
Last recorded113,551 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN55 DZW
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2021 113,551 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

exhaust coroded

Pass 22 Dec 2020 104,083 miles

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

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

power steering rack damp

Pass 15 Jan 2020 100,451 miles

Front Lower Bumper adrift slightly

Front no plate cracked still secure

Offside Front Front brake discs scored both sides

Rear pads low both sides

Fail 15 Jan 2020 100,451 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust silencer insecure Rear bracket (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Bumper adrift slightly

Front no plate cracked still secure

Offside Front Front brake discs scored both sides

Rear pads low both sides

Pass 24 Jan 2019 89,785 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 80,782 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2018 80,782 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 72,636 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 62,296 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 52,424 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 45,950 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 39,815 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Dec 2012 39,803 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2011 32,837 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 28,209 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside rear tyre sidewall cracked but cant see cords

Pass 17 Sep 2009 23,513 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 18,882 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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KN55 DZW is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 KN55 DZW, 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 KN55 DZW registered?

KN55 DZW is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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