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LA06 GLV

2006 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

65,856 mi
Last recorded65,856 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA06 GLV
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 65,856 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2023 65,856 miles

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

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 60,001 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 57,727 miles

both front tyre are perishing in tread

Pass 15 Jul 2020 55,456 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2020 55,454 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 51,221 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 48,608 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 46,705 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 44,197 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 41,479 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

both rear tyrewalls cracking

Pass 23 Jun 2014 39,751 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 37,486 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 32,005 miles

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 27,145 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 24,198 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 19,477 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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LA06 GLV is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LA06 GLV, 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 GLV registered?

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

Is LA06 GLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA06 GLV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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