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GF06 HVW

2006 Volvo S60

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

154,013 mi
Last recorded154,013 miles
Recorded on6 May 2019
Typical for 2006 Volvo S6089,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF06 HVW
MakeVolvo
ModelS60
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2019 154,013 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 151,199 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated still preventing the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (i))

offside front inner CV boot damp with grease - no visible defects

undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 21 Jun 2018 151,148 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated still preventing the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

offside front inner CV boot damp with grease - no visible defects

undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 27 Jun 2017 148,032 miles

sill covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 16 Jun 2016 144,043 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 140,087 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 140,040 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 137,096 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 130,976 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 127,505 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jun 2011 124,202 miles

front brake pads have aprox 3.000miles remaining

Pass 1 Jul 2010 121,375 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

engine management light on

Fail 30 Jun 2010 121,362 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 19 Jun 2009 114,344 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)

How Reliable is the Volvo S60?

Based on 758,165 MOT tests across 54,544 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
7,442
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
54,544
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,009
position lamp(s) not working 25,933
Registration plate lamp not working 17,709
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,040
parking brake recording little or no effort 10,865
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GF06 HVW is a 2006 Volvo S60 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2006 Volvo S60 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 89,840 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo S60 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,009 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF06 HVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S60 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 20 years old, this Volvo S60 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GF06 HVW registered?

GF06 HVW is a 2006 Volvo S60, first registered on 29 June 2006.

Is GF06 HVW safe to buy?

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