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BJ06 OGU

2006 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

175,747 mi
Last recorded175,747 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2023
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ06 OGU
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2023 175,747 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 164,585 miles

Front n/s/f = o/s/f bumper slight damage

Offside Rear slight play / wear developing in o/s/r anti roll bar link arm ball joint

Offside slight play / wear developing in o/s/f steering rack end ball joint (drum stick)

underside / steering / suspension / braking components all areas showing general corrosion / signs of some items becoming slightly advanced in corrosion in places

Pass 16 Jun 2021 159,902 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 142,230 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 131,161 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 118,998 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 108,076 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 96,803 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 84,439 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 72,652 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 61,133 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 49,736 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 49,736 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 36,776 miles

front tyres worn

Fail 24 Jun 2011 36,776 miles

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

front tyres worn

Pass 21 Jun 2010 24,384 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 14,451 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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BJ06 OGU is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BJ06 OGU, 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 BJ06 OGU registered?

BJ06 OGU is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 March 2006.

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