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AP55 OLK

2006 Volvo V50

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

144,358 mi
Last recorded144,358 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2023
Typical for 2006 Volvo V5097,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP55 OLK
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2023 144,358 miles

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

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 Jun 2023 144,358 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 142,332 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2019 132,137 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 122,491 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 112,491 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 107,062 miles

Outer sills not checked because plastic sill covers fitted.

Pass 22 Feb 2014 101,120 miles

Front and rear brake pads getting low.

Outer sills not checked because plastic sill covers fitted.

Pass 16 Feb 2013 94,480 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 85,236 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Feb 2011 70,962 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Feb 2010 57,997 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Mar 2009 44,432 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 5 Mar 2009 44,432 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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AP55 OLK is a 2006 Volvo V50 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AP55 OLK, 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 AP55 OLK registered?

AP55 OLK is a 2006 Volvo V50, first registered on 20 February 2006.

Is AP55 OLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP55 OLK shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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