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HV06 LFN

2006 Volvo S40

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

158,886 mi
Last recorded158,886 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2021
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV06 LFN
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2021 158,886 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2020 154,639 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 149,292 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 146,495 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 137,143 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 132,687 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 124,885 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 16 Sep 2014 117,452 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Sep 2013 104,831 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2012 102,322 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres worn on inner edges

nearside rear secondary side light inop

Pass 19 Nov 2011 95,582 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 91,125 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2010 91,125 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 77,771 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 77,771 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 56,285 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 56,283 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Parking brake travel requires slight adjustment

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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HV06 LFN is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 HV06 LFN, 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 HV06 LFN registered?

HV06 LFN is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 10 March 2006.

Is HV06 LFN safe to buy?

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