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WK56 YFY

2006 Volvo S40

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

80,188 mi
Last recorded80,188 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2023
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK56 YFY
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2023 80,188 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2023 80,188 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 64,046 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2021 59,038 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 54,865 miles

Nearside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 49,830 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2019 49,830 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2017 36,349 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 36,349 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 29,258 miles

front wishbone inner bushes starting to deteriorate

Pass 16 May 2015 26,303 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 23,873 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 20 Aug 2014 23,873 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 19 Aug 2013 19,873 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 15,671 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 10,390 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 7,369 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 4,925 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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WK56 YFY is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WK56 YFY, 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 WK56 YFY registered?

WK56 YFY is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is WK56 YFY safe to buy?

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