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FD55 XFV

2006 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

241,894 mi
Last recorded241,894 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD55 XFV
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 2 Oct 2018 241,894 miles

front brake discs corroded

front exhaust flexi poor condition

Pass 30 Sep 2017 226,950 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (7.1.2)

Nearside ns washer jet not working but os provides enough water

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

Pass 28 Sep 2016 203,210 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 Sep 2015 180,750 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 173,020 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 158,347 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 144,467 miles

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

Offside Front 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 2011 126,437 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 111,914 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 111,769 miles

1 Offside rear Position light not working (inner)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 Jan 2009 70,699 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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FD55 XFV is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FD55 XFV, 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 FD55 XFV registered?

FD55 XFV is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 9 January 2006.

Is FD55 XFV safe to buy?

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