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BK56 LDE

2006 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

168,258 mi
Last recorded168,258 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK56 LDE
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2017 168,258 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 151,470 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 132,549 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 115,663 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 97,278 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner and outer edge;s

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 1 May 2012 80,643 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 64,757 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 54,676 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 53,151 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

sill covers fitted

Pass 21 Sep 2009 53,151 miles

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

sill covers fitted

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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BK56 LDE is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BK56 LDE, 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 BK56 LDE?

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What year was BK56 LDE registered?

BK56 LDE is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 13 October 2006.

Is BK56 LDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK56 LDE shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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