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OV56 YGK

2006 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

103,478 mi
Last recorded103,478 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2018
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV56 YGK
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2018 103,478 miles

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Dec 2016 101,269 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 Aug 2016 100,930 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2015 96,151 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2014 90,627 miles

Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Inner Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 90,627 miles

Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2013 73,864 miles

Anti skid service light is on

Pass 20 Aug 2012 59,794 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 59,794 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 47,954 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Fail 22 Aug 2011 47,954 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2010 35,450 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2009 21,764 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 YGK is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 2,401cc 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 OV56 YGK, 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 YGK registered?

OV56 YGK is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 16 November 2006.

Is OV56 YGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV56 YGK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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