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FD56 KVX

2006 Volvo C30

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

202,553 mi
Last recorded202,553 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2019
Typical for 2006 Volvo C3074,510 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD56 KVX
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2019 202,553 miles

Central Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2019 202,553 miles

Central Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 185,155 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2018 185,155 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 175,269 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2017 175,268 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2016 160,579 miles

front grill missing

Pass 5 Oct 2015 144,015 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2015 144,014 miles

Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2014 131,010 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 118,289 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 103,928 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 87,211 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 87,211 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2010 72,021 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 53,939 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo C30?

Based on 505,875 MOT tests across 31,193 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
6,295
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
31,193
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,252
Registration plate lamp not working 5,361
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,689
coil spring broken 3,588
position lamp(s) not working 3,397
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FD56 KVX is a 2006 Volvo C30 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2006 Volvo C30 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 74,510 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 C30 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,252 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD56 KVX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo C30 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 20 years old, this Volvo C30 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FD56 KVX registered?

FD56 KVX is a 2006 Volvo C30, first registered on 7 December 2006.

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