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DA06 CEV

2006 Volvo S40

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

127,813 mi
Last recorded127,813 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA06 CEV
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 127,813 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

emissions only just met requirements

Fail 2 Apr 2026 127,795 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak manifold to cylinder head (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 117,669 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2025 117,667 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 112,884 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2024

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

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn WISHBONE BUSH REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn WISHBONE BUSH REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 112,557 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2021 111,884 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 110,537 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 107,074 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2019 107,073 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2018 97,677 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2018 97,673 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 91,389 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2017 91,363 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2016 86,300 miles

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (1.4.A.2f)

Rear tyres won on inner edge

Service light on Eml on

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 76,781 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 71,603 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 67,033 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 62,495 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 55,625 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)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 47,279 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 35,490 miles

Rear 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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DA06 CEV is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 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 DA06 CEV, 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 DA06 CEV registered?

DA06 CEV is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 19 May 2006.

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