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RF05 VZL

2005 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2025
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

109,951 mi
Last recorded109,951 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF05 VZL
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2024 109,951 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

offside parking performance poor

Fail 26 Nov 2024 109,943 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

offside parking performance poor

Pass 23 Nov 2023 105,395 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

offside parking performance poor

Pass 22 Nov 2022 100,508 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Nov 2022 100,487 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 95,831 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Nov 2021 95,831 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 91,287 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 May 2019 85,164 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2018 78,995 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 78,993 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside headlamp dipped beam slightly dim (suspect bulb not fitted correctly)

Pass 1 Jun 2017 73,416 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 30 May 2017 73,416 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 16 May 2016 73,360 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 70,497 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 65,475 miles

Sill covers fitted

Fail 23 Apr 2014 65,475 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar missing (2.4.G.1)

Sill covers fitted

Pass 16 May 2013 59,446 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 52,544 miles

Sill covers fitted

Fail 15 May 2012 52,544 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Sill covers fitted

Pass 19 May 2011 46,626 miles

Sill covers fitted

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 May 2010 39,944 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 35,091 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 28,846 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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RF05 VZL is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 RF05 VZL, 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 RF05 VZL registered?

RF05 VZL is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 April 2005.

Is RF05 VZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF05 VZL shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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