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BN56 MGJ

2006 Volvo S40

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

122,392 mi
Last recorded122,392 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2020
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN56 MGJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2020 122,392 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 116,666 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 110,629 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 103,416 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 97,473 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 92,776 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 87,769 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 81,583 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Aug 2012 72,703 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 63,203 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2011 63,203 miles

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

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

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 54,484 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

both frt tyres worn on inner edge

both rear tyres worn unevenly

Pass 28 Aug 2009 45,651 miles

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

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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BN56 MGJ is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BN56 MGJ, 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 BN56 MGJ registered?

BN56 MGJ is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 4 September 2006.

Is BN56 MGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN56 MGJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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