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AV56 PXM

2006 Volvo S40

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

181,405 mi
Last recorded181,405 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV56 PXM
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2017 181,405 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2017 181,375 miles

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 152,642 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2015 126,063 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2015 126,063 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 108,192 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 95,092 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2012 78,977 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2011 66,203 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2010 50,336 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 48,861 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 45,738 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)

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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AV56 PXM is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AV56 PXM, 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 AV56 PXM registered?

AV56 PXM is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 29 November 2006.

Is AV56 PXM safe to buy?

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