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LA06 GLJ

2006 Volvo S40

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

91,941 mi
Last recorded91,941 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2019
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA06 GLJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2019 91,941 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 84,973 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 84,973 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 81,415 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 1 Jun 2016 76,851 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 3 Jun 2015 71,816 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Jun 2015 71,816 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jun 2014 64,961 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Jun 2013 59,311 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Outer Sill covers fitted.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jun 2013 59,311 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Outer Sill covers fitted.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jun 2012 51,625 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 44,556 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 44,556 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 36,089 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2009 26,204 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 26,204 miles

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

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

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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LA06 GLJ is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 LA06 GLJ, 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 LA06 GLJ registered?

LA06 GLJ is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 29 June 2006.

Is LA06 GLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA06 GLJ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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