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BK56 PVT

2006 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

141,598 mi
Last recorded141,598 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 141,598 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

middle and rear back box exhaust deteriorated

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 12 Dec 2024 141,322 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2024 141,314 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Dec 2023 140,731 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 139,412 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

exhaust rear back box slightly deteriorated

Pass 21 Dec 2021 138,268 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Dec 2021 138,268 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2020 137,979 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2019 137,316 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2019 136,580 miles

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

exhaust rear back box

Pass 21 Dec 2017 135,080 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 131,671 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 119,566 miles

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

Fail 30 Dec 2015 119,566 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 106,709 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Dec 2014 106,709 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Dec 2013 93,839 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2013 93,839 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Dec 2012 81,186 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Jan 2012 67,166 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2012 67,166 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 51,851 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2011 51,851 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 51,173 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2010 51,173 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 37,197 miles

Nearside Front 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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BK56 PVT is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PVT, 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 BK56 PVT registered?

BK56 PVT is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 24 November 2006.

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