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KU06 UAT

2006 Volvo S40

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,147 mi
Last recorded75,147 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2016
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU06 UAT
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2016 75,147 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front( rear bushes) (2.4.G.2)

nearside door mirror damaged

Fail 6 Jan 2016 75,147 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front( rear bushes) (2.4.G.2)

nearside door mirror damaged

Pass 19 Jan 2015 69,191 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

n/s nirror secured with tape

Pass 28 Jan 2014 65,054 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 65,054 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Fail 6 Jan 2014 64,979 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

n/s door mirror is taped up and inop

Pass 2 Jan 2013 62,130 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 19 Jan 2012 57,227 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 53,034 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 47,295 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 42,625 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 42,625 miles

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

offside rear tyre worn on inner 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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KU06 UAT is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KU06 UAT, 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 KU06 UAT registered?

KU06 UAT is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 28 March 2006.

Is KU06 UAT safe to buy?

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