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NL56 KZF

2006 Volvo S40

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

107,244 mi
Last recorded107,244 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2021
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL56 KZF
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2021 107,244 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2021 107,244 miles

Front Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front fog lamp not working Both (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam Both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Sep 2020 102,102 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

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

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Pass 9 Sep 2019 99,027 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 94,454 miles

Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 87,064 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 80,017 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 69,524 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 62,157 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2014 62,123 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2013 50,822 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 37,970 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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NL56 KZF is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 NL56 KZF, 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 NL56 KZF registered?

NL56 KZF is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 22 September 2006.

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