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AJ56 VWP

2006 Volvo S40

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

148,986 mi
Last recorded148,986 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2016
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ56 VWP
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2016 148,986 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

ENGINE COVER FITTED OBSCURING SOME ENGINE BAY COMPONENTS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit INNER TREAD 205/50/17 93W (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

UNDERTRAY FITTED OBSCURING SOME UNDERSIDE COMPONENTS

Fail 29 Sep 2016 148,688 miles

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

ENGINE COVER FITTED OBSCURING SOME ENGINE BAY COMPONENTS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit INNER TREAD 205/50/17 93W (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

UNDERTRAY FITTED OBSCURING SOME UNDERSIDE COMPONENTS

Pass 8 Oct 2015 139,887 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 134,401 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2013 119,527 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Dec 2013 119,527 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 104,315 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 93,642 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 74,546 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 22 Dec 2009 44,219 miles

Both front tyres wearing low.

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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AJ56 VWP is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AJ56 VWP, 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

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What year was AJ56 VWP registered?

AJ56 VWP is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 28 December 2006.

Is AJ56 VWP safe to buy?

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