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YR06 BXP

2006 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

144,095 mi
Last recorded144,095 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2021
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR06 BXP
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2021 144,095 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Oct 2021 143,826 miles

Central Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing damaged but secure

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 133,405 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2019 121,338 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2018 107,163 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 May 2017 96,437 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 84,860 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 67,112 miles

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 55,412 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 43,961 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Oct 2012 43,961 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Feb 2012 41,118 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 33,568 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 26,445 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 20,215 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 BXP is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BXP, 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 BXP registered?

YR06 BXP is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 14 March 2006.

Is YR06 BXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR06 BXP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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