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OY55 LYC

2005 Volvo S40

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

51,399 mi
Last recorded51,399 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY55 LYC
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2018 51,399 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 26 Jun 2017 50,192 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 49,314 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 48,442 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2014 46,264 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 43,411 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 40,639 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 37,238 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 33,420 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 29,633 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2008 27,467 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2008 27,467 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front 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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OY55 LYC is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 OY55 LYC, 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 OY55 LYC registered?

OY55 LYC is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 12 September 2005.

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