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SO55 KOA

2005 Volvo S40

Purple Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,033 mi
Last recorded23,033 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO55 KOA
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 25 Nov 2015 23,033 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 22,478 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 21,319 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 19,943 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 18,240 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 15,574 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 12,401 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 9,128 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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SO55 KOA is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Purple with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SO55 KOA, 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 SO55 KOA registered?

SO55 KOA is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is SO55 KOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO55 KOA shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SO55 KOA have outstanding finance?

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