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YR06 BXO

2006 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

133,477 mi
Last recorded133,477 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2020
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR06 BXO
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2020 133,477 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 130,576 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 125,101 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 118,804 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 117,701 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 104,639 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 4 Dec 2013 97,391 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2013 97,385 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

n/s rear tyre perished / nail in it

Pass 5 Dec 2012 86,964 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2012 86,962 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2011 77,064 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2011 77,064 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 72,304 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 68,984 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2009 51,359 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 51,359 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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YR06 BXO is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YR06 BXO, 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 YR06 BXO registered?

YR06 BXO is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 29 March 2006.

Is YR06 BXO safe to buy?

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