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LS05 DHV

2005 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,026 mi
Last recorded68,026 miles
Recorded on18 May 2010
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS05 DHV
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2010 68,026 miles

slight buckle to n/s/f inner road-rim

Pass 18 May 2009 57,311 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 45,489 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 45,489 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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LS05 DHV is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 LS05 DHV, 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

How do I check the history of LS05 DHV?

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What year was LS05 DHV registered?

LS05 DHV is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is LS05 DHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS05 DHV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LS05 DHV have outstanding finance?

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