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LX05 XYF

2005 Volvo S40

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

115,464 mi
Last recorded115,464 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 XYF
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2017 115,464 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 99,179 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 21 Mar 2016 99,179 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Mar 2015 93,218 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 86,719 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2014 86,719 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)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2013 81,149 miles

both front tyres perished

Pass 14 Mar 2012 77,233 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 75,029 miles

nearside rear tyre going out of shape indide edge

Fail 15 Mar 2011 75,029 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

nearside rear tyre going out of shape indide edge

Pass 23 Mar 2010 71,572 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 71,572 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 60,531 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 50,139 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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LX05 XYF is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LX05 XYF, 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 LX05 XYF registered?

LX05 XYF is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is LX05 XYF safe to buy?

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