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DN56 HXE

2006 Volvo S40

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

144,184 mi
Last recorded144,184 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2024
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN56 HXE
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2024 144,184 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 139,238 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 135,499 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2022 135,499 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 132,523 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2020 131,205 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside & nearside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 120,552 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 105,765 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2017 93,340 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 79,378 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 68,327 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 68,327 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 57,113 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2014 57,113 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Jan 2013 47,400 miles

Nearside Rear 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 1 Feb 2012 38,675 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 28,468 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 18,081 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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DN56 HXE is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DN56 HXE, 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 DN56 HXE registered?

DN56 HXE is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 28 December 2006.

Is DN56 HXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN56 HXE shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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