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OV56 ZNX

2006 Volvo S40

Purple Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

130,817 mi
Last recorded130,817 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2019
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV56 ZNX
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2019 130,817 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 122,583 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 111,942 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2017 111,942 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 28 Dec 2016 105,179 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 98,203 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2015 98,203 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2014 88,677 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 80,368 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 73,437 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 43,957 miles

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)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 37,153 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 24,730 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 24,730 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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 ZNX is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Purple with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 ZNX, 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 ZNX registered?

OV56 ZNX is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 21 November 2006.

Is OV56 ZNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV56 ZNX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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