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KP55 KJX

2005 Volvo S40

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2022
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

184,085 mi
Last recorded184,085 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2021
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP55 KJX
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2021 184,085 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both front shocks have a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 Jul 2021 184,085 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both front shocks have a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 May 2020 174,593 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 11 May 2020 174,593 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 171,610 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. slight brake bind (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 163,123 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 153,834 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 144,579 miles

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 21 Jun 2016 144,576 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 135,160 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 135,156 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 126,210 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 126,204 miles

Nearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 117,213 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 117,213 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

NSF side marker not working

Nearside Rear 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 13 Jun 2013 117,206 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

NSF side marker bulb out

NSF tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 9 Feb 2013 113,514 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

exhaust bracket(rear) broken but still well supported

Fail 9 Feb 2013 113,514 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

exhaust bracket(rear) broken but still well supported

Pass 15 Feb 2012 104,605 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

light output o/s/f headlight slightly deteriorated

n/s/r brake application uneven

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 2 Mar 2011 88,534 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 86,476 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 78,335 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 17 Oct 2008 71,899 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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KP55 KJX is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KP55 KJX, 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.

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What year was KP55 KJX registered?

KP55 KJX is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 21 October 2005.

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