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OE56 PGK

2006 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

68,519 mi
Last recorded68,519 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE56 PGK
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 68,519 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 66,690 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2024 66,690 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 63,796 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2023 63,796 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 61,036 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 57,410 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2021 57,409 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 54,360 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 52,028 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Dec 2018 48,771 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2018 48,769 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 46,355 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 43,316 miles

Nearside Front lower control arm rear bush split

both rear tyres starting too crack and perish on inner side walls

both sides rear stay arm bush's unbonding

front wiper blades poor condition

Pass 18 Dec 2015 40,064 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 36,774 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 36,774 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 33,314 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 29,778 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 25,938 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 21,263 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 16,959 miles

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

Offside 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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OE56 PGK is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 OE56 PGK, 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

How do I check the history of OE56 PGK?

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What year was OE56 PGK registered?

OE56 PGK is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 20 December 2006.

Is OE56 PGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE56 PGK shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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