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OY55 WVP

2005 Volvo S40

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

99,359 mi
Last recorded99,359 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY55 WVP
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2023 99,359 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 96,335 miles

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

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 92,849 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2021 92,844 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 89,108 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 84,962 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 79,397 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 79,389 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 75,327 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s/f outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s/r inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s/f inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Jun 2017 75,327 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement n/s/f lower arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement o/s/f lower arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s/f outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s/r inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s/f inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 70,797 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear tyres wearing uneven on inner edges

nearside front tyre wearing uneven on outer edge

Pass 15 Jun 2015 66,860 miles

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

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

Sill covers fitted

Steering rack damp

Pass 13 Jun 2014 62,565 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 58,362 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

cam cover bolt loose.

Pass 15 Jun 2012 54,036 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2012 54,031 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 48,276 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 39,730 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 27,876 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 27,876 miles

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen is of a temporary type (8.3.1f)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 19,880 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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OY55 WVP is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 WVP, 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 OY55 WVP registered?

OY55 WVP is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 29 September 2005.

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