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NG06 VLJ

2006 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

184,891 mi
Last recorded184,891 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2019
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG06 VLJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2019 184,891 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 175,612 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 163,702 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 148,957 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2016 148,957 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2015 129,040 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 129,040 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2014 114,656 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 92,736 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 78,264 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2011 62,473 miles

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)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 43,121 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 33,874 miles

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

Offside Front 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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NG06 VLJ is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 NG06 VLJ, 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.

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What year was NG06 VLJ registered?

NG06 VLJ is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 31 May 2006.

Is NG06 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG06 VLJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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