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BN06 OUW

2006 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

100,476 mi
Last recorded100,476 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2021
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN06 OUW
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2021 100,476 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2020 100,020 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2020 100,020 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Feb 2019 96,220 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2017 94,878 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2016 90,883 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)

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

o/s/f slight mist of oil brake fluid, cant see no leaks from anywhere

Pass 6 Dec 2015 83,921 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2014 76,558 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Dec 2013 65,938 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 58,561 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2011 54,381 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 49,719 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2010 39,903 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 28,253 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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BN06 OUW is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BN06 OUW, 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 BN06 OUW registered?

BN06 OUW is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 10 March 2006.

Is BN06 OUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN06 OUW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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