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LD56 JVG

2006 Volvo S40

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

137,744 mi
Last recorded137,744 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD56 JVG
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 137,744 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

coolant tank empty

Pass 18 Nov 2024 136,120 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2023 131,633 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2023 131,633 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 127,193 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 119,906 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 117,875 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 115,733 miles

Offside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2018 111,957 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 109,203 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2016 104,412 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2016 104,412 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 92,304 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 76,894 miles

Offside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 76,894 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 62,600 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 52,333 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 41,176 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 33,049 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 24,585 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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LD56 JVG is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 LD56 JVG, 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 LD56 JVG registered?

LD56 JVG is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 27 September 2006.

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