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YR55 YXP

2005 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

144,011 mi
Last recorded144,011 miles
Recorded on4 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR55 YXP
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 4 May 2018 144,011 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Both sides (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

coil spring corroded All (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2017 139,338 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

parking brake efficiency low

Pass 21 Oct 2015 122,606 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 108,877 miles

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

exaust deteriorated

o/s/f tyre perished

Pass 15 Apr 2013 92,389 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

damage to rear of car

n/s/r lens cracked

Pass 25 Jan 2012 80,120 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2010 69,772 miles

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

Front tyres scrubbed on inside edge.

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 59,434 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 47,356 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

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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YR55 YXP is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 YR55 YXP, 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 YR55 YXP registered?

YR55 YXP is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 29 September 2005.

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