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KV56 HMF

2006 Volvo S40

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

116,348 mi
Last recorded116,348 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2021
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV56 HMF
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2021 116,348 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 111,921 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 108,010 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 104,695 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2017 100,752 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2016 76,211 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s & n/s (4.1.E.1)

Plastic cover sills fitted.

Plastic engine cover fitted.

Pass 2 Apr 2015 62,365 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Apr 2014 57,486 miles

Both front tyres low at edges (205/50W17)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Apr 2013 52,150 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Mar 2012 47,430 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Mar 2011 42,326 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 42,326 miles

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

o/s/r tyre getting low

rear brake pads low

Pass 12 Apr 2010 34,587 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 32,219 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2009 32,219 miles

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

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

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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KV56 HMF is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 KV56 HMF, 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 KV56 HMF registered?

KV56 HMF is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 29 September 2006.

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