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NC54 UDB

2005 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

138,814 mi
Last recorded138,814 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2014
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC54 UDB
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2014 138,814 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 119,122 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 99,748 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 83,188 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2010 66,025 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2009 49,177 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 19 Jan 2009 48,981 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 35,712 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2008 35,711 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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NC54 UDB is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 NC54 UDB, 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 NC54 UDB registered?

NC54 UDB is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 28 January 2005.

Is NC54 UDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC54 UDB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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