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KE56 HLF

2006 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

101,179 mi
Last recorded101,179 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE56 HLF
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2018 101,179 miles

undercovers fitted

Pass 25 Nov 2017 96,428 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Nov 2017 96,428 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 87,887 miles

Front tyres tread worn on inner edge

check engine light on

Fail 16 Nov 2016 87,887 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front tyres tread worn on inner edge

check engine light on

Pass 18 Nov 2015 82,491 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 77,820 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 73,518 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 73,337 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 60,987 miles

SILL COVERS FITTED

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

Pass 24 Sep 2011 51,427 miles

SILL COVERS FITTED

Pass 8 Sep 2010 38,456 miles

PLASTIC SILL COVERS FITTED

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

Fail 4 Sep 2010 38,438 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

FRONT BRAKE DISCS SIGNS OF WEAR

NAIL IN N/S REAR TYRE + WEARING ON OUTSIDE EDGE

PLASTIC SILL COVERS FITTED

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

Pass 2 Sep 2009 24,843 miles

N/S REAR TYRE SHOWING SIGNS OF WEAR ON OUTSIDE EDGE

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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KE56 HLF is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 KE56 HLF, 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 KE56 HLF registered?

KE56 HLF is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 10 November 2006.

Is KE56 HLF safe to buy?

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