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WD55 ABX

2005 Volvo S40

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

133,767 mi
Last recorded133,767 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD55 ABX
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2017 133,767 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 127,072 miles

child seat fitted to n/s rear

passed emission test, but no printout due to very low smoke levels

Fail 30 Mar 2016 127,069 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported mounting broken (7.1.1)

child seat fitted to n/s rear

passed emission test, but no printout due to very low smoke levels

Pass 8 Apr 2015 121,401 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

passed emission test but no printout due to very low smoke levels

Fail 8 Apr 2015 121,401 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

passed emission test but no printout due to very low smoke levels

Pass 1 Apr 2014 113,932 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Apr 2013 105,910 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2013 105,907 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2012 96,235 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

no emmisions pick-up

Pass 15 Apr 2011 85,715 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 73,735 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 62,750 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2008 56,772 miles

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

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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WD55 ABX is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 WD55 ABX, 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 WD55 ABX registered?

WD55 ABX is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 16 November 2005.

Is WD55 ABX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WD55 ABX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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