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RV05 WPZ

2005 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

133,894 mi
Last recorded133,894 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV05 WPZ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2018 133,894 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 129,493 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2017 129,493 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 118,773 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 87,611 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 79,318 miles

both sides front lower arm rear bushes slight play

Pass 1 Mar 2013 67,200 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 52,819 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2011 45,011 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

STONE CHIPS IN WINDSCREEN

Pass 5 Feb 2011 45,011 miles

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

STONE CHIPS IN WINDSCREEN

Pass 8 Feb 2010 39,986 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2010 39,986 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Feb 2009 32,470 miles

both front tyres on limit at time of test

Pass 26 Feb 2008 23,774 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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RV05 WPZ is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 RV05 WPZ, 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 RV05 WPZ?

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What year was RV05 WPZ registered?

RV05 WPZ is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is RV05 WPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV05 WPZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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