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MF55 WKY

2005 Volvo S40

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

123,624 mi
Last recorded123,624 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF55 WKY
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2018 123,624 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2018 123,624 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 113,038 miles

nearside rear tyre has slight cut on outer wall

offside rear lamp damaged

rear exhaust pipe mount corroded

Pass 29 Oct 2015 107,967 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear lamp lence has damage

Fail 29 Oct 2015 107,967 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear lamp lence has damage

Pass 31 Oct 2014 100,713 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 96,548 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 92,699 miles

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

n/s/r wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 7 Oct 2011 86,835 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 75,731 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 61,192 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 44,075 miles

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

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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MF55 WKY is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MF55 WKY, 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 MF55 WKY registered?

MF55 WKY is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 22 September 2005.

Is MF55 WKY safe to buy?

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