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PF54 GBX

2005 Volvo S40

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

96,947 mi
Last recorded96,947 miles
Recorded on27 May 2023
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF54 GBX
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2023 96,947 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 May 2022 95,773 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 May 2021 92,860 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2020 90,055 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2019 84,459 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2019 84,458 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 72,024 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2017 62,250 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 51,239 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 48,372 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2014 41,934 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 37,952 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 29,518 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 22,763 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2010 17,764 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 17,345 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 15,798 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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PF54 GBX is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 PF54 GBX, 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

How do I check the history of PF54 GBX?

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What year was PF54 GBX registered?

PF54 GBX is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 11 January 2005.

Is PF54 GBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF54 GBX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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