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NK06 XLS

2006 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

104,579 mi
Last recorded104,579 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2018
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK06 XLS
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2018 104,579 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met

Pass 6 Jan 2018 96,081 miles

front tyres uneven wear inner edges

Pass 21 Jan 2017 86,875 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 77,830 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2016 77,830 miles

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

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

both front tyres worn on inside 205/50 r17

Pass 31 Jan 2015 69,882 miles

Fuel pipe slightly chafed (7.2.2)

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

Pass 27 Dec 2013 60,087 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2012 49,039 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 39,969 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 32,434 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 21,570 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 13,904 miles

Rear windscreen scratched.

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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NK06 XLS is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel 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 NK06 XLS, 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 NK06 XLS registered?

NK06 XLS is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is NK06 XLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK06 XLS 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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