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FE06 YJA

2006 Volvo S40

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

141,238 mi
Last recorded141,238 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2014
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE06 YJA
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2014 141,238 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Dec 2013 118,570 miles

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

Fail 28 Nov 2013 118,570 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2012 94,528 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 94,093 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted.

Pass 26 Nov 2011 82,185 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2010 67,819 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

under body covers fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2010 67,819 miles

under body covers fitted

Pass 16 Feb 2010 56,115 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 24 Feb 2009 41,183 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)

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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FE06 YJA is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FE06 YJA, 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.

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What year was FE06 YJA registered?

FE06 YJA is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is FE06 YJA safe to buy?

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