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OY05 YLD

2005 Volvo S40

Green Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

151,251 mi
Last recorded151,251 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2019
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY05 YLD
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2019 151,251 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 149,181 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 144,018 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2017 143,748 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2016 135,522 miles

Rear structure slightly corroded

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 31 Oct 2015 121,979 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 31 Oct 2015 121,979 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2014 107,348 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 107,348 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 92,046 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2013 92,043 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

ASR service interval lamp illuminated. Advise attention

Tyre size....205/50/17

Pass 17 Nov 2012 79,937 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2012 79,937 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2011 59,796 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2011 59,796 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2010 45,438 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 41,199 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2008 35,787 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2008 35,787 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Dec 2007 30,685 miles

Nearside Rear 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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OY05 YLD is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Green with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OY05 YLD, 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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OY05 YLD is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 24 March 2005.

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