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RF55 UPE

2005 Volvo S40

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

131,974 mi
Last recorded131,974 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF55 UPE
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2021 131,974 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 22 Sep 2021 131,971 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 116,056 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 102,958 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 85,744 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 78,259 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 72,641 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 69,443 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 65,371 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 59,015 miles

plastic side sill covers fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2012 53,923 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 48,577 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 41,529 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 35,822 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 26,626 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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RF55 UPE is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 RF55 UPE, 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 RF55 UPE registered?

RF55 UPE is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is RF55 UPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF55 UPE shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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