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YU05 VZC

2005 Volvo S40

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

100,957 mi
Last recorded100,957 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2014
Typical for 2005 Volvo S4083,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU05 VZC
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2014 100,957 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 92,114 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)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 84,659 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2012 84,659 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 80,185 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 72,997 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2010 63,752 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 52,373 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 39,637 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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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YU05 VZC is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol 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 YU05 VZC, 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 YU05 VZC?

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What year was YU05 VZC registered?

YU05 VZC is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is YU05 VZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YU05 VZC 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.

Does YU05 VZC have outstanding finance?

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