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VK06 VTU

2006 Volvo S60

Gold Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

184,425 mi
Last recorded184,425 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2020
Typical for 2006 Volvo S6089,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK06 VTU
MakeVolvo
ModelS60
Year2006
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2020 184,425 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 165,981 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 151,776 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 136,089 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 123,811 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2016 123,800 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Apr 2015 113,373 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 102,354 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 95,585 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 13 May 2012 89,660 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 May 2012 89,660 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 82,630 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2011 82,630 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 8 May 2010 76,884 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

levels of metered smoke not detected on diesel smoke meter

Pass 31 Mar 2009 70,120 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

How Reliable is the Volvo S60?

Based on 758,165 MOT tests across 54,544 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
7,442
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
54,544
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,009
position lamp(s) not working 25,933
Registration plate lamp not working 17,709
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,040
parking brake recording little or no effort 10,865
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VK06 VTU is a 2006 Volvo S60 in Gold with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2006 Volvo S60 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 89,840 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo S60 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,009 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VK06 VTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S60 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 20 years old, this Volvo S60 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VK06 VTU registered?

VK06 VTU is a 2006 Volvo S60, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is VK06 VTU safe to buy?

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