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CA06 MZW

2006 Volvo S40

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

167,201 mi
Last recorded167,201 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2019
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA06 MZW
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2019 167,201 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2019 167,198 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jul 2018 153,366 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

center/rear exhaust system deteriorated

windscreen has minor damage ( n/s

Fail 23 Jul 2018 153,366 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

center/rear exhaust system deteriorated

rear exhaust heat shield insecure

windscreen has minor damage ( n/s

Pass 21 Jul 2017 133,925 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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 6 Jun 2016 124,035 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 115,553 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 105,209 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 91,780 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 72,395 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 54,626 miles

emissions fas not detected

Pass 5 Jun 2010 36,882 miles
Fail 29 May 2010 36,679 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

both front tyres low on 3mm tread and bold on inner edges

Pass 6 May 2009 25,207 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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CA06 MZW is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 CA06 MZW, 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.

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What year was CA06 MZW registered?

CA06 MZW is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 31 May 2006.

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