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OE55 JYT

2005 Volvo S40

Silver Diesel 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

159,963 mi
Last recorded159,963 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE55 JYT
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2016 159,963 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 147,103 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2015 147,103 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 133,794 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2014 133,781 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Fail 14 Oct 2013 119,373 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2013 119,373 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 113,353 miles

exhaust centre section slightly corroded

offside rear tyre slightly worn

Pass 27 Oct 2011 107,566 miles

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

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

cut to inner sidewall of o/s/r tyre

o/s/f tyre slightly worn on inner edge

slight cut to outer sidewall of o/s/f tyre

Pass 19 Oct 2010 98,380 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 77,054 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 52,865 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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OE55 JYT is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,999cc 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 OE55 JYT, 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 OE55 JYT registered?

OE55 JYT is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 23 December 2005.

Is OE55 JYT safe to buy?

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