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LT55 UUB

2005 Volvo S40

Black Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

133,254 mi
Last recorded133,254 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT55 UUB
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2018 133,254 miles

offside rear tyre worn inner edge

Pass 29 Jul 2017 126,667 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 118,421 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder,air-fresheners and driving cam on passenger seat ()

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Jul 2016 118,421 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge warm smooth (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front brake pads low

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder,air-fresheners and driving cam on passenger seat ()

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 109,850 miles

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

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 93,192 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 77,146 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2012 77,145 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 76,489 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 65,412 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 54,626 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2009 43,500 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 32,130 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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LT55 UUB is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Black with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LT55 UUB, 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 LT55 UUB registered?

LT55 UUB is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 10 September 2005.

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