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WD54 HVR

2005 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

191,024 mi
Last recorded191,024 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2022
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD54 HVR
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2022 191,024 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 177,426 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 170,839 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2020 170,839 miles

Nearside Front Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 160,117 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 149,933 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 139,250 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 128,855 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 116,197 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 103,413 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 88,297 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 72,566 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 58,540 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 48,507 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 37,936 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 35,273 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 35,250 miles

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

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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WD54 HVR is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 WD54 HVR, 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 WD54 HVR registered?

WD54 HVR is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 28 February 2005.

Is WD54 HVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for WD54 HVR shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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