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OV56 BRX

2006 Volvo S40

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

53,349 mi
Last recorded53,349 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV56 BRX
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 53,349 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 50,941 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2024 50,941 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 48,401 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2022 45,785 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 43,145 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 40,762 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 38,136 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 34,836 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2017 31,095 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2017 31,095 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 27,621 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 3 Oct 2016 27,621 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 1 Oct 2015 24,934 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 22,222 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 20,189 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 17,938 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 15,346 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 15,346 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 12,388 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 9,395 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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OV56 BRX is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 OV56 BRX, 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 OV56 BRX registered?

OV56 BRX is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is OV56 BRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV56 BRX shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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