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YY56 BVM

2006 Volvo S40

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

147,796 mi
Last recorded147,796 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2016
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY56 BVM
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2016 147,796 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2015 138,608 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Engine management light on

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)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2014 128,815 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2013 119,539 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 119,539 miles

Nearside Front Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2012 108,181 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 89,960 miles

all brake discs lipped

both front wheels kerbed

coolant level slightly low

mark on drivers door panel

Pass 29 Oct 2010 72,147 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2009 54,022 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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YY56 BVM is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YY56 BVM, 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 YY56 BVM registered?

YY56 BVM is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 25 October 2006.

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