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AO06 STX

2006 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

271,320 mi
Last recorded271,320 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2021
Typical for 2006 Volvo V5097,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO06 STX
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2021 271,320 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 260,304 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust system corroded

under vehicle / under sills corroded

Pass 25 May 2019 230,227 miles

Coil spring corroded N/S/R & O/S/R (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust pipe slightly leaking

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective N/S/F & O/S/F (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Rear side under the vehicle slightly general corroded

Fail 25 May 2019 230,227 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt N/S/F & O/S/F Inner side (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Emissions not tested Emitting visible smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Coil spring corroded N/S/R & O/S/R (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust pipe slightly leaking

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective N/S/F & O/S/F (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Rear side under the vehicle slightly general corroded

Pass 26 May 2018 202,436 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Headlamp has less than 1/2 LEDs not functioning Both sides (4.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 May 2018 202,436 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Headlamp has less than 1/2 LEDs not functioning Both sides (4.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 May 2017 171,888 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

minor exhaust blow from centre section

n/s headlight aim on lower limits

Pass 16 May 2016 146,413 miles
Fail 9 May 2015 129,029 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 9 May 2015 129,029 miles

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 12 May 2014 118,116 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 108,333 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 95,871 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 86,024 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 May 2011 86,024 miles

Nearside Rear 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 24 May 2010 70,871 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 232,014 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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AO06 STX is a 2006 Volvo V50 in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 AO06 STX, 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.

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What year was AO06 STX registered?

AO06 STX is a 2006 Volvo V50, first registered on 26 May 2006.

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