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DU56 WLR

2006 Volvo S40

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

189,366 mi
Last recorded189,366 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2016
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU56 WLR
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2016 189,366 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 116,275 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 142,657 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2012 121,598 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2011 93,471 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 66,398 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 64,057 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2009 50,425 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Nov 2009 50,425 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 40,991 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 May 2009 40,991 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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DU56 WLR is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WLR, 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 WLR?

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What year was DU56 WLR registered?

DU56 WLR is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is DU56 WLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU56 WLR shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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