MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
118,931 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Sill covers fitted
Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()
Windscreen cracked outside of swept area
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Sill covers fitted
Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()
Windscreen cracked outside of swept area
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)
nearside rear tyre on legal limit
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Oil leak
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Volvo S40?
Based on 1,390,271 MOT tests across 104,646 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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RJ55 RAU is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
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 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 RJ55 RAU, 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 RJ55 RAU?
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What year was RJ55 RAU registered?
RJ55 RAU is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 September 2005.
Is RJ55 RAU safe to buy?
The MOT history for RJ55 RAU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does RJ55 RAU have outstanding finance?
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