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GV56 WBZ

2006 Volvo S60

Purple Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

175,001 mi
Last recorded175,001 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2016
Typical for 2006 Volvo S6089,840 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV56 WBZ
MakeVolvo
ModelS60
Year2006
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2016 175,001 miles

diesel emission tested but no reading recorded.

Fail 9 Nov 2016 175,001 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

diesel emission tested but no reading recorded.

Pass 28 Nov 2015 158,019 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2015 158,019 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Nov 2014 132,577 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 119,984 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 7 Dec 2012 106,238 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 103,913 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)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 99,176 miles

n/s/door mirror glass damaged

Fail 17 Nov 2010 99,176 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

n/s/door mirror glass damaged

Pass 22 Dec 2009 77,964 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2009 77,961 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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GV56 WBZ is a 2006 Volvo S60 in Purple with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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

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 GV56 WBZ, 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 GV56 WBZ registered?

GV56 WBZ is a 2006 Volvo S60, first registered on 18 December 2006.

Is GV56 WBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV56 WBZ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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