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PX56 WWG

2006 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

137,873 mi
Last recorded137,873 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2013
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX56 WWG
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2013 137,873 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 19 Sep 2013 137,873 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 126,136 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 30 Aug 2012 126,136 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 115,159 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 96,605 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 77,576 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 77,576 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

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 WWG is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 PX56 WWG, 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 PX56 WWG registered?

PX56 WWG is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is PX56 WWG safe to buy?

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