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RV55 PKC

2005 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

99,211 mi
Last recorded99,211 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV55 PKC
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2022 99,211 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 90,001 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 9 Sep 2020 84,535 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 78,803 miles

Engine cover and sill covers fitted.

Offside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack. (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Broken. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 70,161 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Engine cover and sill covers fitted.

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 61,821 miles

exhaust system slightly deteriorated, rear exhaust hanger corroded

Pass 20 Sep 2016 54,623 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 45,077 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 44,760 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high AJUSTER NOT WORKING (1.8)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 39,121 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 32,861 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 25,860 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 20,407 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2010 14,878 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 9,658 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 7,255 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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RV55 PKC is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 RV55 PKC, 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 RV55 PKC registered?

RV55 PKC is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is RV55 PKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV55 PKC shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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