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CX56 VNP

2006 Volvo S40

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

68,922 mi
Last recorded68,922 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX56 VNP
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 68,922 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2024 66,274 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 64,924 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2023 64,923 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 63,496 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2022 63,496 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2020 55,818 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 51,774 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 48,172 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 43,663 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 39,348 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 32,580 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 26,525 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 22,641 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 19,565 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 16,166 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 13,740 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 10,894 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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CX56 VNP is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CX56 VNP, 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 CX56 VNP registered?

CX56 VNP is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is CX56 VNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX56 VNP shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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