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NH06 VVL

2006 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

114,043 mi
Last recorded114,043 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNH06 VVL
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 114,043 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear one (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear tyre small cut on inner edge

Offside Rear wheel arch area slightly damage

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Rear exhaust box slightly corroded

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

age related corrosion under the vehicle

both sides rear tyre low on inner edges

under tray fitted

Pass 10 May 2016 97,517 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 10 May 2016 97,517 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 67,286 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 64,726 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 64,726 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Rear exhaust box outer casing heavily corroded and split.No leaks.

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jun 2013 58,320 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 18 Jun 2012 49,182 miles

O/S wiper clip missing but secure.

Pass 21 Jun 2011 41,120 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 44,110 miles

Front inner discs corroded/wearing.

O/S/F wheel stiff to turn.

Pass 22 Jun 2010 32,783 miles

Engine top and bottom covers on. Recomend remove and inspect.

Pass 19 Jun 2009 25,004 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 25,004 miles

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

Front brake discs worn.

N/S/F and N/S/R tyre outer side walls have chunks out not exposing the ply cords.

N/S/R and O/S/R tyres on 2mm.

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

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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NH06 VVL is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 NH06 VVL, 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 NH06 VVL registered?

NH06 VVL is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 28 June 2006.

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