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LF06 BJV

2006 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

108,677 mi
Last recorded108,677 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF06 BJV
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 108,677 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 100,841 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 94,220 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 90,854 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 87,618 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 83,581 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 76,442 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 73,203 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2017 70,074 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 65,120 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner/rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner/lower (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 59,549 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 53,261 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2013 46,624 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 39,833 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 34,717 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 34,717 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 20 Oct 2010 32,679 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 30,562 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 25,016 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 25,016 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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LF06 BJV is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LF06 BJV, 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

How do I check the history of LF06 BJV?

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What year was LF06 BJV registered?

LF06 BJV is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 March 2006.

Is LF06 BJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF06 BJV shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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