MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
169,423 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
can't check sills fully kit fitted
engine covers fitted
rear no plate deteriorated
Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
can't check sills fully kit fitted
drivers door catch screws missing
engine and underbody covers fitted
rear no plate deteriorated slightley
Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
can't check sills fully kit fitted
drivers door catch screws missing
engine and underbody covers fitted
rear no plate deteriorated slightley
How Reliable is the Volvo S40?
Based on 1,390,271 MOT tests across 104,646 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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YX05 TBY is a 2005 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 YX05 TBY, 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.
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What year was YX05 TBY registered?
YX05 TBY is a 2005 Volvo S40, first registered on 31 March 2005.
Is YX05 TBY safe to buy?
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