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KV56 KZX

2006 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

106,523 mi
Last recorded106,523 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2020
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV56 KZX
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2020 106,523 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 94,729 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 87,084 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 80,609 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 73,870 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 73,870 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front tyre wall damaged

Pass 14 Aug 2015 67,609 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 59,172 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 59,145 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

oil level very low

Pass 18 Jul 2013 52,193 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 45,932 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 45,821 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2011 39,080 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 39,080 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 32,341 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2010 32,341 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 25,282 miles

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 KZX is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 KV56 KZX, 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 KZX registered?

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

Is KV56 KZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV56 KZX shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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