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OV05 FPU

2005 Volvo S40

Purple Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

163,218 mi
Last recorded163,218 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2024
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV05 FPU
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2024 163,218 miles

BRAKE PEDAL SPONGY

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FRONT AND REAR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

VEHICLE HEAVILY UNDERSEALED

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FULL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 155,371 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Mar 2023 155,370 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 149,463 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 144,732 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 141,433 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 134,256 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 124,776 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 113,169 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 102,077 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 90,089 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 77,284 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 64,877 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 55,219 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 46,962 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 38,478 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 29,671 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 29,080 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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OV05 FPU is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Purple with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 OV05 FPU, 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.

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What year was OV05 FPU registered?

OV05 FPU is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 20 April 2005.

Is OV05 FPU safe to buy?

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