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YY56 GWZ

2006 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

104,933 mi
Last recorded104,933 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2016
Typical for 2006 Volvo S4081,190 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY56 GWZ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2016 104,933 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 104,316 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 83,743 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 83,743 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 82,700 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Aug 2013 77,725 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 70,151 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 62,109 miles

n/sf h/lamp lens damaged

n/sr light lens damaged (temp repair)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 48,730 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 40,295 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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 GWZ is a 2006 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GWZ, 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 YY56 GWZ registered?

YY56 GWZ is a 2006 Volvo S40, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is YY56 GWZ safe to buy?

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