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NC56 MXG

2006 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

132,291 mi
Last recorded132,291 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC56 MXG
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2017 132,291 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 129,807 miles

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

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

exhaust centre /rear exhaust outer skin corroded

Fail 15 Sep 2016 129,807 miles

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

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

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

exhaust centre /rear exhaust outer skin corroded

Pass 6 May 2015 126,596 miles

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

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

centre/rear exhaust outer skin

Pass 28 Apr 2014 115,547 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 99,227 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 82,441 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 61,805 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 61,745 miles

exhaust corroded but not leaking .

Fail 31 Oct 2012 61,745 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

exhaust corroded but not leaking .

Pass 29 Dec 2011 54,398 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 42,041 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2010 42,041 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2009 28,721 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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NC56 MXG is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 NC56 MXG, 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 NC56 MXG registered?

NC56 MXG is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 29 December 2006.

Is NC56 MXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC56 MXG shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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