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AF06 LDL

2006 Volvo S40

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

142,749 mi
Last recorded142,749 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2014
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF06 LDL
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2014 142,749 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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)

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

front tyres getting low

Pass 13 Jan 2014 137,281 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jan 2013 132,522 miles

both rear indicators starting to fade, links slight play, brake discs corroded, flywheel slightly noisy

Pass 5 Jan 2012 129,340 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2011 126,047 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 121,523 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 121,523 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2009 97,772 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 21 May 2009 97,772 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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AF06 LDL is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2006 Volvo S40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 81,190 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 AF06 LDL, 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 20 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 AF06 LDL?

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What year was AF06 LDL registered?

AF06 LDL is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 28 March 2006.

Is AF06 LDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF06 LDL shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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