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YS05 CRX

2005 Volvo S40

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

167,645 mi
Last recorded167,645 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2015
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS05 CRX
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2015 167,645 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 163,319 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 163,319 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 154,036 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 138,198 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 123,145 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 107,955 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 86,915 miles

engine running so clean as unable to provide a sample for test

Pass 10 Jun 2008 63,541 miles

engine running so clean unable to record reading

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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YS05 CRX is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,997cc 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 YS05 CRX, 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

How do I check the history of YS05 CRX?

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What year was YS05 CRX registered?

YS05 CRX is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is YS05 CRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS05 CRX 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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