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AK56 YKP

2006 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

98,346 mi
Last recorded98,346 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2015
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK56 YKP
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2015 98,346 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 May 2014 90,296 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 82,190 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 69,838 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 54,749 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 54,748 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 May 2010 44,885 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 36,235 miles

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 YKP is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YKP, 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 YKP registered?

AK56 YKP is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 17 November 2006.

Is AK56 YKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK56 YKP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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