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PN56 OUG

2006 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

160,255 mi
Last recorded160,255 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2018
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN56 OUG
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2018 160,255 miles

manufacturers sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Fail 18 Aug 2018 160,255 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

manufacturers sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 21 Aug 2017 140,150 miles

All standard equipment guards fitted at time of test not allowing full inspection

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 133,513 miles

Offside Rear tyre inner side wall signs of recommend attesion

Pass 4 Feb 2015 115,787 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 4 Feb 2014 110,450 miles

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

Fail 4 Feb 2014 110,450 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 104,440 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2011 97,954 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 91,295 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2010 91,295 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

injector leaking fumes

Pass 22 Jul 2009 68,471 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 68,471 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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PN56 OUG is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 PN56 OUG, 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 PN56 OUG registered?

PN56 OUG is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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