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YP55 LUF

2005 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

156,196 mi
Last recorded156,196 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP55 LUF
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2023 156,196 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

engine covers/undertrays fitted

Pass 26 Mar 2022 153,628 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (strong advisory) (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Mar 2022 153,628 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (strong advisory) (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 149,576 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 31 Mar 2020 141,116 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2020 141,069 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2019 138,446 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 136,254 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 133,989 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 131,133 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 126,312 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Feb 2014 124,024 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 4 Nov 2012 118,180 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2012 118,180 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 104,273 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2010 88,515 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 65,900 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 41,411 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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YP55 LUF is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YP55 LUF, 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 YP55 LUF registered?

YP55 LUF is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is YP55 LUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP55 LUF shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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