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KP55 VCU

2005 Volvo S40

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2025
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,958 mi
Last recorded92,958 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2024
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP55 VCU
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 4 Dec 2024 92,958 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Heatshield loose

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 88,190 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 80,547 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 79,522 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2020 78,061 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 77,711 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2018 76,261 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 76,640 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 70,145 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 62,593 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 56,496 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 50,524 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 44,298 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 37,963 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 31,746 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 25,685 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 19,290 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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KP55 VCU is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KP55 VCU, 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 KP55 VCU registered?

KP55 VCU is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 2 November 2005.

Is KP55 VCU safe to buy?

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