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AU56 OAA

2006 Volvo S40

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU56 OAA
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2017

Front tyres wearing on edges

Nearside Front Outer tyre sidewall has a cut not to cords

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

rear diesel particulate fluid chamber slightly damp

Pass 17 Aug 2016 116,512 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

eml light on

Fail 17 Aug 2016 116,512 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

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

eml light on

Pass 14 Aug 2015 100,826 miles

engine check light on

Pass 22 Aug 2014 89,436 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust mount starting to corrode

slight lip on rear discs

Pass 2 Sep 2013 77,316 miles

front brake discs heavily liped advise checking thickness

o/s/r tyre starting to crack/deteriorate

sideskirts and bellypan fitted

slight lip on rear discs

Pass 17 Sep 2012 66,622 miles

front discs liped

sideskirts and bellypan fitted

Fail 31 Aug 2011 61,733 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 61,733 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 50,346 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 37,398 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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AU56 OAA is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AU56 OAA, 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 AU56 OAA registered?

AU56 OAA is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 22 September 2006.

Is AU56 OAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU56 OAA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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