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WJ56 PRX

2006 Volvo S40

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

63,977 mi
Last recorded63,977 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ56 PRX
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 63,977 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2025 63,976 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 60,455 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens deteriorated and beam pattern reduced (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2024 60,455 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens deteriorated and beam pattern reduced (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Protective boot swollen & deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Protective boot swollen & deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 55,741 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 46,616 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 44,828 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 44,787 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Nov 2020 44,786 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour too much white light (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 44,722 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened No longer in full contact with brake pads and causing brake imbalance (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also cut inner (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 44,163 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly corroded/pitted and not in full contact with the brake pads (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim adjusted

Nearside Front Outer tyre cut in several places

Nearside Rear Inner tyre stepped

Offside Rear tyre perished

Rear Exhaust mounting defective corroded badly (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 43,054 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Nov 2017 43,054 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2016 42,742 miles

Nearside Front Outer tyre cut

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

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

Rear Exhaust hanger corroded

Uneven wear on both inner front and nearside rear tyres

Pass 6 Nov 2015 41,545 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 39,658 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 36,816 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 32,566 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 28,643 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2010 23,334 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 17,809 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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WJ56 PRX is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 WJ56 PRX, 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 WJ56 PRX registered?

WJ56 PRX is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 4 September 2006.

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