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KE55 BPF

2005 Volvo 240

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

171,315 mi
Last recorded171,315 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Volvo 240104,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE55 BPF
MakeVolvo
Model240
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2019 171,315 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 163,226 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 158,421 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 152,439 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2015 140,562 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 122,073 miles

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

towbar wiring not working correctly

Fail 21 Mar 2014 122,073 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

towbar wiring not working correctly

Pass 1 May 2013 106,968 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2012 88,891 miles

covers & shields not allowing full inspection

Fail 24 Apr 2012 88,891 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

covers & shields not allowing full inspection

Pass 6 May 2011 73,446 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 56,927 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 37,492 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

O/S front running light out

rear seat(s) removed at time of test

sill covers and undershield fitted

Fail 22 Apr 2009 37,489 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

O/S front running light out

excessive parking brake travel

rear seat(s) removed at time of test

sill covers and undershield fitted

How Reliable is the Volvo 240?

Based on 134,955 MOT tests across 18,976 vehicles.

67.1%
Pass Rate
2,823
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
18,976
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,198
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,759
Stop lamp not working 5,132
Registration plate lamp not working 5,125
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,981
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KE55 BPF is a 2005 Volvo 240 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2005 Volvo 240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 104,340 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo 240 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,198 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KE55 BPF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo 240 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 21 years old, this Volvo 240 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KE55 BPF registered?

KE55 BPF is a 2005 Volvo 240, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is KE55 BPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE55 BPF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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