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OV56 ZKZ

2006 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

182,262 mi
Last recorded182,262 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2023
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV56 ZKZ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2023 182,262 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Apr 2023 182,262 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 179,593 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 177,831 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust boxes corroded

Pass 14 Oct 2019 161,467 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 14 Sep 2018 128,218 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Sep 2018 128,217 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 124,718 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner edge (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 121,222 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 117,787 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 113,015 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Oct 2014 112,763 miles

SLIGHT BEND INNER RIM N/SR ALLOY....

Pass 24 Oct 2013 101,403 miles

N/s/r wheel inner rim damaged and tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 31 Oct 2012 89,371 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Oct 2011 77,484 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2010 63,443 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2009 52,568 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 ZKZ is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 ZKZ, 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.

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What year was OV56 ZKZ registered?

OV56 ZKZ is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 31 October 2006.

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