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YL55 MUC

2006 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

114,635 mi
Last recorded114,635 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2016
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL55 MUC
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2016 114,635 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2016 114,635 miles

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

Front Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure BOTH 205/55/16 (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 103,658 miles

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

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

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

Fail 14 Sep 2015 103,658 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release glass stuck in buckle (5.2.5a)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2014 93,263 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 83,165 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 73,926 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 61,044 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 48,110 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 36,320 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 34,308 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

sticker nearside windscrean moved no stickers alowed in wiper sweep area sticker offside top to be relocated

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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YL55 MUC is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YL55 MUC, 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 YL55 MUC registered?

YL55 MUC is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 8 February 2006.

Is YL55 MUC safe to buy?

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