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OY56 SNF

2006 Volvo S40

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

153,467 mi
Last recorded153,467 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2020
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY56 SNF
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2020 153,467 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 145,556 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 141,194 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2018 141,910 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 138,512 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Apr 2017 138,512 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2016 136,000 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2016 136,000 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 129,014 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 17 Jun 2015 129,014 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 May 2014 123,034 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 115,795 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 115,049 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 99,107 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 93,924 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 75,278 miles

both front tyres low on 3mm

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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OY56 SNF is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OY56 SNF, 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 OY56 SNF registered?

OY56 SNF is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 15 September 2006.

Is OY56 SNF safe to buy?

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