MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
152,834 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit of 1.6mm pass and advise (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit of 1.6mm pass and advise (4.1.E.1)
engine/sill covers
Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
engine/sill covers
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
engine top covers fitted
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (1.4.A.2f)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
engine top covers fitted
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Offside Inner Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
age related cracks in sidewalls of both rear tyres
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Volvo S40?
Based on 1,390,271 MOT tests across 104,646 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LG55 XTL is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 LG55 XTL, 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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How do I check the history of LG55 XTL?
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What year was LG55 XTL registered?
LG55 XTL is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 29 September 2005.
Is LG55 XTL safe to buy?
The MOT history for LG55 XTL shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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