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RJ05 LMX

2005 Volvo S40

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

136,726 mi
Last recorded136,726 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ05 LMX
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2024 136,726 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2023 126,070 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 114,348 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2022 114,348 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2021 103,281 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2020 96,823 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 89,260 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2019 89,258 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 85,494 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 128,898 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 77,055 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 72,214 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 64,603 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 53,930 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 46,304 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 40,809 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2010 34,593 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 30 May 2009 28,162 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 24,037 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2008 24,037 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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RJ05 LMX is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 RJ05 LMX, 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 RJ05 LMX registered?

RJ05 LMX is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is RJ05 LMX safe to buy?

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