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PX56 VKC

2006 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

55,402 mi
Last recorded55,402 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2024
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX56 VKC
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2024 55,402 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt N/s Rear ()

Pass 25 Jul 2023 53,336 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt N/s Rear ()

Pass 10 Aug 2022 51,751 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 49,753 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 48,894 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 47,558 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt N/s Rear ()

Pass 16 Jul 2018 44,564 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt N/s + O/s Rear ()

Pass 24 Jul 2017 41,306 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 37,543 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 37,304 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 36,833 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2014 36,833 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 20 Aug 2013 35,852 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2013 35,852 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 34,204 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 31,229 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 27,663 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 21,790 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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PX56 VKC is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 PX56 VKC, 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

How do I check the history of PX56 VKC?

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What year was PX56 VKC registered?

PX56 VKC is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is PX56 VKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX56 VKC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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