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AO56 OYS

2006 Volvo S40

Green Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

83,017 mi
Last recorded83,017 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO56 OYS
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 83,017 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Outer cv boot is slightly damaged

Pass 21 Aug 2024 72,845 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 68,635 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated has pin hole or slightly loose clip (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 63,473 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 60,122 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 56,891 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 54,956 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 51,139 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 47,878 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 44,023 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 41,243 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 37,853 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 33,572 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 33,572 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 29,422 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 26,292 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 27 Sep 2010 21,064 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 16,191 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

oil filler cap not fully secure

Pass 28 Sep 2009 16,191 miles

oil filler cap not fully secure

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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AO56 OYS is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Green with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 AO56 OYS, 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 AO56 OYS?

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What year was AO56 OYS registered?

AO56 OYS is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is AO56 OYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO56 OYS shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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