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BK56 PTY

2006 Volvo S60

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2025
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

125,919 mi
Last recorded125,919 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2024
Typical for 2006 Volvo S6089,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK56 PTY
MakeVolvo
ModelS60
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2024 125,919 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Oct 2023 120,378 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2023 120,377 miles

Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2022 114,927 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 16 Sep 2022 114,927 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 23 Sep 2021 108,583 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush-splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

both headlamps dull/hazey

Fail 23 Sep 2021 108,583 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush-splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too low bulb was fitted incorrect (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

both headlamps dull/hazey

Pass 16 Sep 2020 102,892 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both front headlight lenses dull/hazy,image unaffected at time of test (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip at n/s of front screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front suspect n/s/f coil spring is incorrect,doesnt seem to be sat right and looks like its been catching body,recommend inspection

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

Fail 15 Sep 2020 102,869 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall blebbed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both front headlight lenses dull/hazy,image unaffected at time of test (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip at n/s of front screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front suspect n/s/f coil spring is incorrect,doesnt seem to be sat right and looks like its been catching body,recommend inspection

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

Pass 31 Aug 2019 95,536 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235 40 18 (5.2.3 (e))

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

both headlamps dull

Pass 22 Sep 2018 88,278 miles

both front headlight lenses are hazy/faded and bulb covers missing from rear of units

both front wheels catching on wheel arch liners/chassis when on full lock

front and rear number plates delaminating

front pads getting low,discs poor

Fail 21 Sep 2018 88,262 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

both front headlight lenses are hazy/faded and bulb covers missing from rear of units

both front wheels catching on wheel arch liners/chassis when on full lock

front and rear number plates delaminating

front pads getting low,discs poor

Pass 14 Sep 2017 77,385 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2017 77,365 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Deep cut in outer wall + Advise bald on inner edge (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge, 235/40/18 W (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Deep cut to bindings (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear tyre worn to wear markers, Bald on inner and outer edges and has a deep cut. Just legal

Recommend front wheel alignment check/ adjust

Pass 20 Sep 2016 65,417 miles

both front lower suspension arm front bushes are worn and have movement

both front wheels look as though they are catching on inner wheel arch on full lock

rear number plate poor

small chip in front screen,zone B

Fail 17 Sep 2016 65,320 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported hanger broken away at mid-section (7.1.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

both front lower suspension arm front bushes are worn and have movement

both front wheels look as though they are catching on inner wheel arch on full lock

rear number plate poor

small chip in front screen,zone B

Pass 12 Sep 2015 47,150 miles

both front inner wheel arches look as though they have been fouled by wheels at some point

both front lower suspension arm bushes are worn and have play

Pass 12 Sep 2014 35,898 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 30,665 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 24,033 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 23,999 miles

Brake servo insecurely mounted (3.6.A.2a)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 18,060 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 11,757 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 6,645 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo S60?

Based on 758,165 MOT tests across 54,544 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
7,442
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
54,544
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,009
position lamp(s) not working 25,933
Registration plate lamp not working 17,709
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,040
parking brake recording little or no effort 10,865
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BK56 PTY is a 2006 Volvo S60 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Volvo S60 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 89,840 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo S60 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,009 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BK56 PTY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S60 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 20 years old, this Volvo S60 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BK56 PTY is a 2006 Volvo S60, first registered on 28 September 2006.

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