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MK06 YBU

2006 Volvo S40

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

106,963 mi
Last recorded106,963 miles
Recorded on31 May 2019
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK06 YBU
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2019 106,963 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 97,292 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 81,474 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 75,964 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)

exhaust mount at front broken

front tyres slight wear inner edge

n/s/r brake disc pitting inner face

n/s/r shocker cover tube detached

o/s/r wheel rim damaged inner edge slight miss shape (repair soon)

oil leak

rear reg plate slight deterioration

scrub marks on screen

Pass 21 May 2015 70,659 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 63,454 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 59,063 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 53,636 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 44,822 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 44,822 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2010 31,833 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 23,129 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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MK06 YBU is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 MK06 YBU, 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 MK06 YBU registered?

MK06 YBU is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is MK06 YBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK06 YBU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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