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EA56 TOJ

2006 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

33,947 mi
Last recorded33,947 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2022
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA56 TOJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2022 33,947 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 32,407 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2020 31,485 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 29,577 miles

all 4 tyres starting to crack / perish

small chip in front screen (zone a)

Pass 8 Nov 2018 28,666 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 27,573 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 26,331 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 25,181 miles

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

all tyres starting to perrish 205/50/17 w

Pass 10 Nov 2014 23,722 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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

Pass 12 Nov 2013 21,981 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2012 20,124 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2012 20,124 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 17,579 miles

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

trims & trays covering testable items

Pass 8 Nov 2010 15,475 miles

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

plastic trims covering testable items

Pass 18 Nov 2009 12,447 miles

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

trims and trays covering testable items

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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EA56 TOJ 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 93.3%.

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 EA56 TOJ, 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 EA56 TOJ registered?

EA56 TOJ is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 1 December 2006.

Is EA56 TOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA56 TOJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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