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PE06 HBZ

2006 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

171,699 mi
Last recorded171,699 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2019
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE06 HBZ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2019 171,699 miles

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

both rear indicators slightly discoloured-both rear anti roll bar links have slight play-n/s/f tyre edges worn-exhaust and mountings corroded-heat shield insecure-o/s/r tyre on limit

n/s/f tyre edges worn-o/s/f inner cv boot deteriorated-oil leak-exhaust flexi deteriorated

Pass 16 Feb 2018 152,567 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 24 Feb 2017 141,242 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 129,024 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 129,024 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 120,873 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 5 Mar 2015 120,871 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 108,706 miles

chip in windscreen

nearside rear tyre scrubbing on inner edge

Pass 18 Jan 2013 99,199 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2013 99,015 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2012 89,996 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 89,894 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2011 81,075 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Mar 2010 70,508 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 57,213 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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PE06 HBZ is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PE06 HBZ, 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 PE06 HBZ registered?

PE06 HBZ is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 1 March 2006.

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