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YY06 CZH

2006 Volvo S40

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

70,398 mi
Last recorded70,398 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY06 CZH
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 70,398 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge scrubbed (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Jan 2026 70,373 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge scrubbed (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jan 2025 59,948 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 59,857 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2023 58,329 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2023 58,329 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 57,760 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

all tyres slightly perished

Fail 24 Jan 2022 57,760 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

all tyres slightly perished

Pass 22 Jan 2021 57,343 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres are cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Outer Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres are cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 22 Jan 2021 57,342 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres are cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Outer Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres are cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 56,859 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all on side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all on side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all on side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2019 55,954 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 55,172 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2017 53,139 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2016 50,698 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 48,430 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 45,843 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2013 42,769 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2013 42,769 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 39,023 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 30,932 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 26,760 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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YY06 CZH is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 YY06 CZH, 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 YY06 CZH registered?

YY06 CZH is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 June 2006.

Is YY06 CZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY06 CZH shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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