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PV55 FZN

2006 Volvo S40

Purple Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2022
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

211,524 mi
Last recorded211,524 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2021
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPV55 FZN
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2021 211,524 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2021 211,523 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 202,049 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Fail 13 Jan 2020 202,049 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Feb 2019 190,270 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 179,663 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2018 179,663 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 166,713 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2017 166,713 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

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

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2016 156,985 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside rear tyre slightly misshapen

slight inside edge wear to nearside front tyre

Pass 30 Jan 2015 147,081 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2015 147,081 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2014 135,402 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both backs missing off headlights

centre silencer in poor condition

rear brake discs corroded

Fail 14 Jan 2014 135,402 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

centre silencer in poor condition

rear brake discs corroded

under tray loose

both backs missing off headlights

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 119,087 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2013 119,082 miles

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

Rear Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 101,384 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2012 101,384 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 83,318 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2010 64,176 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2009 46,708 miles

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

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

front tyres worn to 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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PV55 FZN is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Purple with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 PV55 FZN, 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 PV55 FZN registered?

PV55 FZN is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 26 January 2006.

Is PV55 FZN safe to buy?

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