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RO56 KCG

2006 Volvo S40

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

220,041 mi
Last recorded220,041 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2022
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO56 KCG
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2022 220,041 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 211,157 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 203,299 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 192,843 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2017 181,281 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 170,089 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 164,399 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 155,434 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 133,014 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 133,014 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 127,614 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 119,851 miles

boot loaded

child seats in rear unable to inspect components properly

vechicle fully covered in covers unable to inspect properly underside

Pass 19 Aug 2010 111,589 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2010 111,589 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2009 99,097 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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RO56 KCG is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RO56 KCG, 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 RO56 KCG registered?

RO56 KCG is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 14 September 2006.

Is RO56 KCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO56 KCG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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