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YF55 FGP

2005 Volvo S40

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

140,241 mi
Last recorded140,241 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF55 FGP
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2016 140,241 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2014 131,635 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 123,312 miles

Both rear disc has lipped

Front numberplate slightly cracked

Pass 5 Dec 2012 116,149 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2012 116,149 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

wear to front tyres

Pass 12 Nov 2011 108,379 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2010 98,171 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Nov 2009 90,704 miles

wear to both front tyres

Pass 28 Nov 2008 85,341 miles

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?

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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YF55 FGP is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YF55 FGP, 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 YF55 FGP registered?

YF55 FGP is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 21 November 2005.

Is YF55 FGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF55 FGP shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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