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AK56 NXE

2006 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

187,628 mi
Last recorded187,628 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2019
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK56 NXE
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2019 187,628 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 184,625 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 175,238 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 10 Oct 2015 161,908 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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)

Fail 3 Oct 2015 161,902 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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 11 Sep 2014 157,745 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 147,684 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 147,683 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 141,795 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 136,103 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 106,672 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front pads 50% worn.

Rear pads 40% worn.

Sills covered by plastic panels.

Fail 27 Sep 2010 106,672 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front pads 50% worn.

Rear pads 40% worn.

Sills covered by plastic panels.

Pass 16 Sep 2009 74,862 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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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AK56 NXE is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AK56 NXE, 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 AK56 NXE registered?

AK56 NXE is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 29 September 2006.

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