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WG56 HGM

2006 Volvo S40

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

96,533 mi
Last recorded96,533 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2019
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG56 HGM
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2019 96,533 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 87,324 miles

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

Fail 30 Jan 2018 87,323 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2017 77,938 miles

Slight split on brake pedal rubber pad

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

Fail 31 Jan 2017 77,926 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Slight split on brake pedal rubber pad

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

Pass 28 Jan 2016 69,472 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2016 69,471 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage lamp assembly (6.1.C.1)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2015 59,240 miles

Cuts and cracks on all tyre walls

Engine warning light on but emissions test ok

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jan 2014 49,438 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Feb 2013 40,854 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2012 33,429 miles

Park Brake assist warning on dash

Pass 16 Dec 2010 23,260 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 15,348 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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WG56 HGM is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 WG56 HGM, 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 WG56 HGM registered?

WG56 HGM is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 21 December 2006.

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