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RJ56 BUE

2006 Volvo S40

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

189,924 mi
Last recorded189,924 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2016
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ56 BUE
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2016 189,924 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2015 188,615 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Aug 2014 178,367 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2013 164,558 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 148,976 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 146,379 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2009 130,267 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 130,267 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear 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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RJ56 BUE is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 RJ56 BUE, 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 RJ56 BUE registered?

RJ56 BUE is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 8 December 2006.

Is RJ56 BUE safe to buy?

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