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S40 FAN

2005 Volvo S40

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

186,894 mi
Last recorded186,894 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS40 FAN
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2020 186,894 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2020 186,890 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Apr 2019 174,627 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2018 161,072 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2018 161,072 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 May 2017 144,321 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 126,362 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 112,108 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 112,106 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Jan 2015 108,833 miles

Both rear springs corroded.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jan 2014 92,690 miles

Both rear bumpstops deteriorated.

Front brake discs slightly worn.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jan 2013 82,833 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 75,558 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2012 75,558 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Jan 2011 67,710 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 59,883 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2010 59,883 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Jan 2009 51,852 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 44,537 miles

Offside Front 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.

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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S40 FAN is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2005 Volvo S40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 83,495 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 FAN, 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 S40 FAN?

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What year was S40 FAN registered?

S40 FAN is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 15 January 2005.

Is S40 FAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S40 FAN shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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