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LV06 XER

2006 Volvo S40

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

92,338 mi
Last recorded92,338 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2016
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV06 XER
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2016 92,338 miles

child seat fitted

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

offside rear inner brake pad wet

offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

offside front tyre worn on inner edge and has a nail in the tread

Pass 16 Jan 2015 85,558 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2015 85,558 miles

Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2014 78,489 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 67,601 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2012 46,151 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 19 Jan 2012 46,151 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 39,655 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 30,299 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 21,060 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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LV06 XER is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LV06 XER, 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 LV06 XER?

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What year was LV06 XER registered?

LV06 XER is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 June 2006.

Is LV06 XER safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV06 XER shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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