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AF56 UPY

2006 Volvo V50

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

26,754 mi
Last recorded26,754 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Volvo V5097,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF56 UPY
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 26,754 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2025 26,754 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 26,548 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 26,363 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 26,116 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 25,906 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 25,750 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2020 25,750 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2019 25,434 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 25,010 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 24,526 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 23,674 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay.

Fail 15 Aug 2016 23,674 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay.

Pass 19 Aug 2015 23,004 miles

ALL tyres perished

BOTH front tyres have excessive wear to inside edges

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 20,624 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

OSF tyre cut out on inner edge.

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 18,641 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Aug 2012 17,148 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 15,701 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 13,826 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 12,000 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo V50?

Based on 920,660 MOT tests across 54,346 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
7,637
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
54,346
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,058
Registration plate lamp not working 11,891
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,891
coil spring broken 9,145
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,907
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AF56 UPY is a 2006 Volvo V50 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2006 Volvo V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 97,883 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo V50 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,058 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF56 UPY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V50 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this Volvo V50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF56 UPY?

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What year was AF56 UPY registered?

AF56 UPY is a 2006 Volvo V50, first registered on 18 September 2006.

Is AF56 UPY safe to buy?

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