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DU56 WLN

2006 Volvo S40

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

70,050 mi
Last recorded70,050 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2024
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU56 WLN
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2024 70,050 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 64,271 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear pin bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 63,089 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2021 61,980 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 60,985 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 59,800 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2019 59,800 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 58,548 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 58,548 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 56,322 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2017 56,322 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2016 53,990 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 53,990 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2015 51,600 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2014 49,525 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Fail 1 Sep 2014 49,525 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Offside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 47,333 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 43,989 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 40,866 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 37,574 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 31,698 miles

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

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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DU56 WLN is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 DU56 WLN, 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

How do I check the history of DU56 WLN?

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What year was DU56 WLN registered?

DU56 WLN is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is DU56 WLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU56 WLN shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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