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BJ06 PMV

2006 Volvo S40

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

120,873 mi
Last recorded120,873 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2018
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ06 PMV
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2018 120,873 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Nov 2017 115,599 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 110,124 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 99,067 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 91,600 miles

Emissions too low

Pass 31 Oct 2013 84,480 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 65,467 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Fail 24 Oct 2012 65,467 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Nov 2011 63,979 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 98,133 miles

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

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

Oil leak

front tyres worn bold on extreme inside edge.

Pass 11 May 2010 68,151 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 67,664 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2009 35,693 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 34,792 miles

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

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

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 PMV is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PMV, 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 PMV registered?

BJ06 PMV is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 13 April 2006.

Is BJ06 PMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ06 PMV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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