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NG55 SFO

2005 Volvo S40

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

177,735 mi
Last recorded177,735 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG55 SFO
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2022 177,735 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Jul 2022 177,724 miles

Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted n/s rear retaining clip missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 175,944 miles

middle exhaust outer skin coroding

Pass 18 Sep 2020 173,467 miles

Wheel bearing slightly noisy o/s front (5.1.3 (b) (i))

middle exhaust section outer skin coroding

Fail 16 Sep 2020 173,438 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed o/s front inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s front (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel bearing slightly noisy o/s front (5.1.3 (b) (i))

middle exhaust section outer skin coroding

Pass 10 Sep 2019 171,075 miles

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect n/s front (5.3.2 (b))

middle exhaust outer skin coroding

Fail 6 Sep 2019 171,060 miles

Coil spring fractured or broken o/s front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect n/s front (5.3.2 (b))

middle exhaust outer skin coroding

Pass 18 Sep 2018 168,426 miles

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect n/s front (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 164,269 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Nov 2016 153,125 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 144,254 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 136,052 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 124,913 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 115,130 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exaust condition

Pass 20 Dec 2011 103,107 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Dec 2010 91,997 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 79,303 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2008 71,190 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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NG55 SFO is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 NG55 SFO, 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 NG55 SFO registered?

NG55 SFO is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 19 December 2005.

Is NG55 SFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG55 SFO shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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