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142,129 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Handbrake low on performance
Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides dim (4.1.4 (b))
Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted outer rim damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded lower coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Coil spring corroded lower coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Outer sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection for corrosion or damage
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Also excessively worn (5.3.2 (b))
Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded lower coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Coil spring corroded lower coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Outer sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection for corrosion or damage
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm also worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing slightly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm also worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing slightly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
handbrake trvel high
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
both front tyres worn on inner edges.
Offside Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
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)
How Reliable is the Volvo S40?
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S40 BLK is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Black with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 S40 BLK, 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.
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What year was S40 BLK registered?
S40 BLK is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 November 2005.
Is S40 BLK safe to buy?
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