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OW05 BUU

2005 Volvo S40

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

133,742 mi
Last recorded133,742 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW05 BUU
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 28 Nov 2018 133,742 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear heat shield loose

Pass 29 Nov 2017 128,127 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone back bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm/stepped on inside (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake slightly binding

middle section exhaust corroded

Pass 17 Nov 2016 121,297 miles

nearside front tyre down to wear bar indicators

offside rear tyre severely worn on inner edge

Pass 19 Nov 2015 114,197 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

rear child seat fitted preventing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Nov 2014 106,784 miles

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

exhaust system in poor condition

Pass 19 Nov 2013 101,692 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 93,548 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2011 83,464 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 64,733 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2009 46,013 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 32,900 miles

o/s and n/s front tyres worn on inner edges

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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OW05 BUU is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OW05 BUU, 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 OW05 BUU registered?

OW05 BUU is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 20 July 2005.

Is OW05 BUU safe to buy?

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