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PO55 ZLK

2005 Volvo S40

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

144,458 mi
Last recorded144,458 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO55 ZLK
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2017 144,458 miles

Central Front Oil leak ()

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

Rear Rear back box of exhaust system outer casing has come apart

Fail 11 Feb 2017 144,458 miles

Central Front Oil leak ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Rear back box of exhaust system outer casing has come apart

Pass 5 Feb 2016 135,755 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 132,384 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 123,336 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2013 108,700 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 90,024 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 89,986 miles

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

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

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

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

vehicle needs a wheel alingment

Pass 22 Aug 2011 75,245 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 63,886 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 63,885 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2009 52,021 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2008 38,720 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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PO55 ZLK is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 PO55 ZLK, 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 PO55 ZLK registered?

PO55 ZLK is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 9 September 2005.

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