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FV06 FKZ

2006 Volvo S40

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

111,038 mi
Last recorded111,038 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2013
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV06 FKZ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2013 111,038 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Jan 2013 111,038 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 99,855 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside rear tyre outer edge devoid of treed

Fail 1 Jul 2011 99,855 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside rear tyre outer edge devoid of treed

Pass 7 Jun 2010 89,057 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 65,491 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 65,491 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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FV06 FKZ is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FV06 FKZ, 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 FV06 FKZ registered?

FV06 FKZ is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 June 2006.

Is FV06 FKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV06 FKZ shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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