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DF06 CXU

2006 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

111,314 mi
Last recorded111,314 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2019
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF06 CXU
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2019 111,314 miles

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

Fail 29 Jul 2019 111,314 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2018 103,644 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2018 103,644 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 92,947 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 21 Jul 2016 82,438 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 71,476 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 60,047 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2014 60,047 miles

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 48,858 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 48,858 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 38,473 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 33,599 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 27,153 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 22,506 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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DF06 CXU is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 DF06 CXU, 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 DF06 CXU registered?

DF06 CXU is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 31 July 2006.

Is DF06 CXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF06 CXU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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