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LM55 VBG

2006 Volvo S40

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

102,431 mi
Last recorded102,431 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM55 VBG
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2017 102,431 miles

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

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 90,953 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2015 78,716 miles

oil leak

steering rack has slight seepage of power steering fluid

Pass 1 Oct 2014 66,269 miles

front tyres perishing.

Fail 1 Oct 2014 66,268 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front tyres perishing.

Pass 19 Sep 2013 58,706 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 58,038 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 54,428 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2012 54,428 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2011 47,049 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

anti skid service light on

Fail 21 Jan 2011 47,049 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

anti skid service light on

Pass 26 Jan 2010 41,759 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2010 41,759 miles

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

Offside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Pass 7 Jan 2009 35,305 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 5 Jan 2009 35,305 miles

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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LM55 VBG is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LM55 VBG, 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 LM55 VBG?

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What year was LM55 VBG registered?

LM55 VBG is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 31 January 2006.

Is LM55 VBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM55 VBG shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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