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YR56 DXP

2006 Volvo S40

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

136,194 mi
Last recorded136,194 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2018
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR56 DXP
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2018 136,194 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2018 135,919 miles

Emissions not tested excessive smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust system insecure front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 126,759 miles

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

vehicle fitted with under body trays obscuring underside from inspection

Pass 2 Aug 2016 118,174 miles

knocking from engine/gearbox?

rear exhaust heat shield loose

rear exhaust mounting rusted off

Pass 30 Jul 2015 109,973 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 109,967 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Both front tyres worn on edges.

Pass 22 Jul 2014 100,480 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 100,480 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 88,884 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 88,884 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 73,838 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 56,933 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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)

front wipers smearing

Pass 15 Jun 2011 56,899 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 21 Sep 2010 49,266 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 49,266 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 37,947 miles

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

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

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

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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YR56 DXP is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YR56 DXP, 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 YR56 DXP registered?

YR56 DXP is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 12 October 2006.

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