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OE54 XET

2005 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

161,025 mi
Last recorded161,025 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE54 XET
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2016 161,025 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2015 136,724 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 104,956 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2013 93,735 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

both rear tyres have feathered inner edges

Pass 18 Apr 2013 93,735 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

both rear tyres have feathered inner edges

Fail 24 Nov 2011 86,060 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 86,060 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 64,826 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2009 48,855 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 23 Nov 2009 48,819 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 37,156 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 32,758 miles

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

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

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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OE54 XET is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OE54 XET, 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 OE54 XET registered?

OE54 XET is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 23 February 2005.

Is OE54 XET safe to buy?

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